Laws and legal issues
Replace vital documents, and get help with child support. Learn how to find a lawyer, see crime statistics, and get support after a crime. Find out who to notify when someone dies.
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Get copies of vital records and ID cards
Find out how to replace vital documents such as birth certificates, Social Security cards, and more.
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Find a lawyer for affordable legal aid
Learn how to get free legal advice and find a free or low-cost attorney.
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Family legal issues
Learn about child support, changing your name, and notifying agencies and businesses after a death.
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Prisons and prisoners
Learn how to find, visit, or send money to prisoners. Get prison records and file prison complaints.
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Report crime, find victim support, and get crime statistics
Learn where to report different types of crime. Find out where to get support if you experienced a crime, and get crime data for your area.
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Authenticate an official document for use outside the U.S.
Apostilles and authentication certificates show U.S. documents are genuine. Learn when to use each.
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State attorneys general
Find your attorney general, the top legal officer in your state or territory.
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Federal laws and regulations
Get copies of your government files. Research federal laws and regulations. Learn about copyrights.
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Federal, state, territory, county, and municipal courts
Learn about bankruptcy courts, immigration courts, and more.
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