N.C. OCME Document Request Form (for deaths since 1976)

N.C. OCME Document Requests (only for deaths since 1975)

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Notice: Effective October 1, 2025, Session Law 2025-70 amended NCGS § 130A-385 which implemented new confidentiality standards for the disclosure and release of certain medical examiner records. These rules apply to all relevant cases, regardless of the date of death. While we continue to process requests, the OCME Documents Request System is being updated to comply with new state law, which is causing delays in document production. NCDHHS is working diligently with our staff to ensure we are still able to provide this important public service while we work to implement new protocols that ensure compliance with state law. Please click here for more details.

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Document Request Form
Requester's Contact Information
First Name: (Name of person making report request about decedent)	* Required
Last Name:	* Required If you can see this field, leave it blank.
Address Line 1:	* Required
Address Line 2:
Agency:
City:	* Required
State:	* Required
Zip Code:	* Required
Telephone:
Email Address:	* Required Note: Email is required in case we need to contact you about your request.
Information about the Decedent
Decedent's First Name:	* Required
Decedent's Last Name:	* Required
County (or state) of Death:	* Required Note: N.C. counties are listed first, followed by states, and "Unknown".
Date of Death:	* Required (mm/dd/yyyy)
Document(s) Requested
You must choose at least one of the following:	Investigative Report Autopsy Report (May not exist for every case) Toxicology Report
Delivery Preference
Please select one or the other delivery options:	Regular Paper Mail (Postal Service / Snail Mail) Email