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Department of Vital Records

The Department of Vital Records is a government agency responsible for maintaining official documents of important life events such as births, deaths, marriages, and divorces. They ensure these records are accurate, secure, and accessible for legal, historical, and statistical purposes. The department processes requests for certified copies of these records, which are often needed for identification, legal matters, or family history research. Essentially, it manages and preserves vital personal records that are essential for individual and public record-keeping.