Bay County military Veterans may file their military discharge papers, form DD214, at the Bay County Clerk's office for no charge.
CERTIFIED COPY OF RECORD: FREE
WHO CAN OBTAIN A COPY?
- Military discharge papers are not public records.
- Veterans are entitled to a free copy of their own military discharge papers when they present a current valid photo ID.
- A family member can obtain a copy of the record if they present a certified death certificate of the veteran on record.
DD214 ONLINE REQUEST
If you did not place your DD214 on file with the Bay County Clerk, you may request copies of your DD214 from the National Archives by visiting www.archives.com/veterans or calling 1-866-6276
Additional information may be found by contacting Mark Kaczmarek, Veterans Service Officer for the Bay County Department of Veteran Affairs at 1-989-895-4190
DD214 MAIL-IN REQUEST
- Complete the Vital Records Request Form.
- Also enclose the following:
- Self-addressed and stamped envelope.
- Photocopy of a current photo ID.
- Mail request to:
- Bay County Clerk
- Kathleen B. Zanotti
- 515 Center Ave. Suite 101 Bay City, MI 48708
