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Don’t get the minister blues… bet on black (ink)

Don’t get the minister blues… bet on black (ink)

Most counties have requirements about what color ink can be used on official documents. Be a good officiant and use black ink when signing and filling out all marriage licenses, marriage forms, and registration documents.

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First-Time Officiant FAQs

Just got ordained? Fear not! Here are some popular and frequently asked questions from first time wedding officiants

New York City Marriage Bureau opens its doors (partially), now accepting appointments for marriage licenses

New York City Marriage Bureau opens its doors (partially), now accepting appointments for marriage licenses

The New York City Marriage Bureau announced that couples can begin setting appointments to apply for their marriage licenses, suggesting that things might be returning to normal in the wedding indsutry.

Skype, Zoom, Livestream: Virtual Wedding Ceremonies Defined

Skype, Zoom, Livestream: Virtual Wedding Ceremonies Defined

What virtual wedding ceremonies are and why it's important to understand how they pertain to marriage laws during the Coronavirus pandemic

Can I get my marriage license during the Coronavirus shutdown? What should I do if my county clerk’s office is closed?

Can I get my marriage license during the Coronavirus shutdown? What should I do if my county clerk’s office is closed?

Learn how to apply for a marriage license during the Coronavirus shutdown. If your county clerk's office is closed, there are still ways to apply for your marriage license.

Ask AMM: "Can I Perform My Own Marriage Ceremony?"

Ask AMM: "Can I Perform My Own Marriage Ceremony?"

Regulations and policies for performing self-uniting or self-solemnizing marriage ceremonies in select states

Asked to Officiate a Wedding?

Follow these simple steps to perform marriage for friends and family.

Proposed New Jersey Amendment to "Authorize Persons Serving Overseas in Military to be Married or Enter into Civil Union by Video Conference or Other Electronic Means”

Proposed New Jersey Amendment to "Authorize Persons Serving Overseas in Military to be Married or Enter into Civil Union by Video Conference or Other Electronic Means”

New Jersey’s marriage by proxy laws will now authorize persons serving overseas in military to be married or enter into civil union by video conference or other electronic means

A newly married bride and groom stand embracing on the shore. Behind them, the ocean, and a large cruise ship in the distance.

A Wedding Officiant's Guide to Performing Destination and Cruise Ship Weddings

Learn how to officiate a cruise ship wedding and what cruise ship operators require to legally perform a destination wedding.

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