Q: The state refused to allow me to purchase a valid death certificate, how may I proceed?
I've been denied access to courts as well as due process rights as next of kin/heir by right of inheritance, as it pertains to my child and spouse. The government entities knew or should have known that the informants were giving false and misleading information. I'm the only heir on probate court records for my dad and I never received any documents for non probated assets that named me as beneficiary. I'm denied the liberty to inherit, autonomy and to make decisions and, receive information as next of kin thwarting my ability to obtain other records pertaining to them as heir at law. Are their self-executing documents that I may present to obtain files, medical records, form SSA-7050-F4....? State and county governments refuse to investigate the false and misleading information on the death certificate, etc, shielding them from legal consequences.
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It sounds like you are facing significant legal and bureaucratic challenges in obtaining the documents and rights you are entitled to as next of kin. If you’ve been denied access to purchase a death certificate or receive necessary records, the first step could be to ensure that you have formal documentation of your standing as the heir or next of kin. This may involve presenting probate court orders or other legal documents that confirm your rights to these records. You can consider submitting a formal request, in writing, for the documents and include a copy of your proof of legal standing.
If your requests continue to be denied, you might want to explore whether there are legal options available for appealing the denial of access to the records. In some cases, you may need to file a complaint with a higher authority, such as a state ombudsman, or even pursue legal action through a civil rights claim if you believe your rights are being unlawfully violated. Be sure to document all interactions and denials, as these may be important if the situation escalates to litigation.
Regarding medical records, such as the SSA-7050-F4 form, you might try directly contacting the institutions involved with clear legal documentation in hand, requesting information under applicable state or federal privacy laws that grant access to family members or heirs. If necessary, you can explore whether there are additional avenues to compel compliance with your request through legal or administrative processes.
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