Military Discharge

All veterans who served during war time may be eligible for a reduction on the assessed value of their property, by recording their veterans discharge papers (DD-214) in the Town Clerk's Office. Any questions regarding eligibility may be directed to the Tax Assessor at 203-431-2706.

Duplicate copies of DD-214's can be obtained by contacting:

National Personnel Records Center
Military Personnel Records
1 Archives Dr
St. Louis, MO  63138

(314) 801-0800

Additional information may be found online at the following link:

www.archives.gov

To request a certified copy of a Military Discharge that has been recorded with our office, please fill out the "Request for Military Discharge form" below. This is a confidential record under Connecticut State law. Photo Identification & valid access are required.

Request for Military Discharge

Please complete the request form as required, attach the neccessary identification and mail or bring to: Ridgefield Town Clerk, 400 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT 06877