Birth/death records are generally available since November 21, 1952, divorce since
                  1969 and marriage records since 1987 when marriage records were first required for
                  local citizens. Roman Catholic Church records of birth/baptism /death/marriage since
                  1900 are available from individual parishes.
               
               The Saipan RS (670-236-8717) can certify documents without charge, but cannot obtain
                  free certified copies.