Do stepparents have the same access to records as parents?

Stepparents can only obtain a certified copy of
the birth certificate of a stepchild with the authorization of the biological
parent, unless the stepparent has adopted the child or has been granted custody
of the child. 

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1. Can a person eligible to receive a certified copy of a vital record designate someone to collect the certified copies for them?
2. Does an ex-spouse have access to the previous spouse's birth or death certificate?
3. Do stepparents have the same access to records as parents?
4. Does an attorney have access to vital records?
5. Do foreign governments accept a birth or death record issued by the Office of Vital Statistics and Registry?
6. How do I obtain a record with an Apostille Seal?
7. What should I do if I receive a No Match certificate as a result of a request I submitted?
8. What should I do if I receive a No Record certificate as a result of a request I submitted?
9. Can vital records be faxed?
10. What can I do if I do not have all of the information required for a non-genealogical application (exact date the event occurred, exact municipality where the event occurred and/or mother's maiden
11. Is the fee for a New Jersey birth record waived for military personnel?