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YUBA CITY, CA (MPG) - The Sutter County Clerk-Recorder's Office has launched a new online identity verification system designed to make obtaining certified copies of birth, marriage and death certificates faster and less expensive for residents.

The new service uses ID.me, a digital identity verification platform that allows customers to verify their identity online when requesting vital records through the Clerk-Recorder's website. Previously, applicants seeking certified copies were required to have their applications notarized before certificates could be issued.

County officials said the change eliminates the need for most customers to locate and pay for a notary public. Notary services typically cost $15 per signature, while the new online verification process carries a $5 fee.

“This enhancement reflects our commitment to improving customer service and making government services more accessible,” said Sutter County Clerk-Recorder Donna Johnston. “Citizens can now complete the identity verification process from the comfort of their home, making it easier than ever to obtain vital records.”

The system also supports electronic delivery of certified records. Customers who choose an electronic certified copy may receive their document within minutes after completing the verification process, according to the Clerk-Recorder's Office. Electronic records can also be securely stored and reused when needed.

Residents can access the online ordering system through the Sutter County Clerk-Recorder's website, https://www.sutter.gov/government/county-departments/clerkrecorder/request-for-birth-death-or-non-confidential-marriage-record