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23 "Marriage License" Category Articles
545 DAYS AGO | 12.20.2023
Signing a Marriage License During the Wedding Ceremony - Tips for Officiants ...
Everything you need to know to include signing the marriage license in a wedding ceremony as a low-stress and unique unity ritual. Ask your officiant to sign...
1149 DAYS AGO | 4.25.2022
It’s easier to get a marriage license in Vermont than ever before!
Beginning July 1, 2022, Vermont couples will be able to purchase a marriage license anywhere in the state regardless of their county of residence. House Bill...
1323 DAYS AGO | 11.2.2021
Everything You Need to Know About California’s Confidential Marriage Licenses
A detailed look at California’s confidential marriage license, including benefits and disadvantages, public vs confidential, and what wedding officiants need...
1350 DAYS AGO | 10.6.2021
Why it’s a Big Deal to file your marriage license correctly (And how to do it)
Curious why it's so important to fill out and file a marriage license correctly? This simple checklist for wedding officiants and couples explains expiration...
1362 DAYS AGO | 9.24.2021
How to Get Married in Indiana - Planning a wedding in the Hoosier State
A step-by-step guide to getting married in Indiana - from how to find a wedding officiant and choose a wedding venue, to tips on where to apply for and retur...
1370 DAYS AGO | 9.16.2021
How Old Do You Have To Be To Get Married In Each State?
Learn the legal age for marriage in each state and US territory, with links to relevant marriage laws for underage and child marriage, including requirements...
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1393 DAYS AGO | 8.24.2021
Marriage license applications now online in Calhoun County, MI
Couples can now apply for their marriage license online in Calhoun County, Michigan, using the county clerk / register’s new online portal.
1412 DAYS AGO | 8.5.2021
A 150 yr-old marriage license was found hidden in a painting…
Why was this marriage license hidden in a painting, nearly 150 years ago? The mystery was uncovered when an antique painting was donated to a thrift store in...
1432 DAYS AGO | 7.16.2021
Can you get married without a marriage license? What if you lost it? Or forgo...
Uh oh! You forgot or lost a marriage license, now what? Click to read the rules on a wedding ceremony without a marriage license, marriage waiting periods, ...
1482 DAYS AGO | 5.27.2021
Connecticut legislators vote on removing race designation from marriage license
Connecticut lawmakers will vote on removing race designation from the state’s marriage license. House Bill 6665, HB6665
1519 DAYS AGO | 4.20.2021
Filling out a Marriage License: What religious denomination do I write down i...
What to write down when you're an atheist wedding officiant and the marriage license asks for the minister's religious denomination, including options for no...
1537 DAYS AGO | 4.2.2021
Apply for your marriage license online in Bucks County, PA
Couples planning a wedding in Bucks County, PA can now apply for their marriage license online over video conference, as part of a pilot program launched by ...
1562 DAYS AGO | 3.8.2021
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s secret wedding had no witnesses -- Let’s tal...
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry just revealed they held a secret wedding elopement in their backyard. But there were no witnesses… Was it legal? And what are ...
1576 DAYS AGO | 2.22.2021
Can I Officiate a Virtual Wedding Ceremony In My State?
We answer common questions on officiating & performing a virtual wedding ceremony in your state, including online marriage licenses, special rules, location ...
1579 DAYS AGO | 2.19.2021
State-by-state marriage waiting periods should be part of your wedding plan
Want to get married fast? Find out if your state has a marriage waiting period to avoid unexpected wedding ceremony delays, especially during Covid!