(a) To preserve vital records, the State Registrar of Vital Records may prepare typewritten, photographic, electronic, or other reproductions of original records and files in the Division of Vital Records.
(b) When verified and approved by the state registrar, the reproductions shall be accepted as the original records.
(c) The documents from which permanent reproductions have been made may be disposed of as provided by rule.
Structure Arkansas Code
Title 20 - Public Health and Welfare
Subtitle 2 - Health and Safety
Chapter 18 - Vital Statistics Act
Subchapter 3 - Records Generally
§ 20-18-301. Content of certificates and reports
§ 20-18-302. Persons required to keep records
§ 20-18-303. Duty to furnish information
§ 20-18-304. Disclosure of information prohibited — Exceptions
§ 20-18-305. Issuance of certified copies and data from system of vital statistics
§ 20-18-306. Fees for certified copies