{"id":24619,"name":"Peoria","state_id":7,"county_id":552,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:39:02.311-07:00","updated_at":"2023-09-29T11:12:54.456-07:00","meta_description":null,"head_tag":null,"tagline":null,"intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eSo you\u0026rsquo;re tying the knot in Peoria! This sunny suburb of Phoenix has a lot to offer, especially when it comes to getting married. Whether you\u0026rsquo;re planning to have the ceremony out by Lake Pleasant Regional Park, or nearer to the city action, AMM is here to walk you through the logistics of your wedding - from ordaining your minister of choice to signing the marriage license. Let\u0026rsquo;s begin with the ordainment process.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","officiant_section":"\u003ch3\u003eStep 1: Get Ordained with American Marriage Ministries\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn Arizona, the law states that licensed or ordained clergymen - including ministers, elders, or other persons - who by the customs, rules, and regulations of a religious society or sect, are permitted to solemnize marriages or to officiate at marriage ceremonies.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThis also includes AMM ministers! So, if you\u0026rsquo;ve been asked to officiate a friend\u0026rsquo;s wedding but you don\u0026rsquo;t have any credentials to do so, you can \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/ordination-application\"\u003eget ordained\u003c/a\u003e with us. The process is free and should only take you just a few minutes to complete. There is no state registration process required in Arizona, so once you are ordained,\u0026nbsp;you can start officiating weddings as soon as you want!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nStep 2: Prepare for the Wedding Ceremony in Maricopa County\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nNow that the easy part is out of the way, we can help you prepare for the wedding ceremony itself. Being asked to officiate a ceremony is an honor, but it can also feel like a lot of pressure. You will appreciate our \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/officiant-training\"\u003ewedding training pages\u003c/a\u003e, which are a library of information to help you prepare for your first ceremony and ensure that it goes smoothly.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nHere you can find everything from sample wedding ceremony scripts to brainstorming ideas, handy hints, and more.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nStep 3: Officiate the Wedding and Complete the Marriage License\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nWhen it comes time to sign the marriage license, it\u0026rsquo;s the couple\u0026rsquo;s responsibility to obtain and complete the marriage license, and it\u0026rsquo;s the officiant\u0026rsquo;s job to sign and return the marriage license to the county clerk\u0026rsquo;s office.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nAccording to the \u003ca href=\"https://www.clerkofcourt.maricopa.gov/records/marriage-licenses-passports/marriage-licenses\"\u003eMaricopa County website\u003c/a\u003e, \u0026ldquo;A marriage license must be issued prior to the ceremony taking place, signed at completion of the ceremony, and returned by the officiator not more than 30 days after the ceremony has taken place in order for the license to be recorded.\u0026rdquo;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003ch3\u003eFile for the Marriage License from the Maricopa County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s Office\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn order to get a jump start on the licensing process, the couple can complete the online \u003ca href=\"https://www.clerkofcourt.maricopa.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/2743/637571258842370000\"\u003emarriage application form\u003c/a\u003e. When this is filled out completely, both members of the couple must visit the county clerk\u0026rsquo;s office and be able to present valid state-issued identification as well as their social security numbers.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen you go, just remember to bring:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eYour marriage license (if you printed it and filled it out ahead of time)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eA valid, government-issued photo I.D., such as a driver\u0026#39;s license or passport\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nOnce the marriage ceremony has taken place, in order to be officially recorded, a portion of the signed marriage license must be returned to the clerk\u0026#39;s office where the license was obtained. The newly married couple keeps the remainder of the original license. A copy of the completed license can be obtained for an extra fee.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","wedding_tips":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Basics\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eFor the wedding venue of your dreams, checking\u0026nbsp;out all the options around Phoenix and not just in Peoria will open up a large selection of options from more rustic venues to glamorous banquet halls.\u0026nbsp;The city\u0026rsquo;s downtown area has a lot of trendy, modern venues to choose from. \u003ca href=\"https://www.thecroftdowntown.com/\"\u003eThe Croft\u003c/a\u003e is a 10,000 square-foot warehouse with an industrial vibe - equipped with all the spaces you could ask for including a ceremony room, reception area, and an outdoor cocktail patio. Its cement floors, original brick walls, and exposed ceilings will conjure up the steampunk hipster living inside you. If you want a bit more of a minimalist vibe, \u003ca href=\"https://soho63.com/\"\u003eSoHo63\u003c/a\u003e, just a few miles south in Chandler, will give you that modern, snazzy elegance along with great catering options and bar packages.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nOutdoor weddings are a great option for winter weddings when the weather is cool enough to enjoy the area\u0026rsquo;s many parks. At the scenic Lake Pleasant Regional Park you\u0026rsquo;ll be surrounded by peace and tranquility, a lovely atmosphere for exchanging your \u0026ldquo;I do\u0026rsquo;s.\u0026rdquo;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nTransportation\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nPeoria has an effective bus transit system called \u003ca href=\"https://www.peoriaaz.gov/government/departments/public-works/transportation/peoria-on-the-go\"\u003ePOGO\u003c/a\u003e (Peoria On The Go) which will connect you to all the major stops within the city.\u0026nbsp; The\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.valleymetro.org/\"\u003eValley Metro\u003c/a\u003e, a more extensive public transportation system consisting of trains and buses, serves the greater Phoenix area. If public transportation isn\u0026rsquo;t your thing, rideshare and taxi services should also be close at hand.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nWeather\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nApart from the occasional thunderstorm, it\u0026rsquo;s a safe bet you\u0026rsquo;ll encounter sunshine year-round in Peoria. During the summer it can regularly get up to 100+ degrees but winters are pleasant and average. November, December, and January are ideal times of the year to visit, especially if you want an outdoor reception.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter I apply for a marriage license, when will I receive it?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThe same day you apply for the license. There is no waiting period in Phoenix, so you could technically get married the same day you complete the marriage license application process.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo you need an Arizona state ID to get a marriage license?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nNo, any government-issued ID is acceptable.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you pay the $83 fee for the marriage license in Maricopa County?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nCash, money order, credit, or debit are all acceptable forms of payment.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan we get married with a Maricopa County marriage license anywhere?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nYou can get married anywhere in the state of Arizona with a marriage license from Maricopa County.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I change my name after I get married?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThe Maricopa County Clerk of the Superior Court will provide direction along with the certificate of marriage that is issued following the return of your marriage license.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e Northwest Court Complex, West Tierra Buena Lane 14264\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c/strong\u003e $83\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaiting Period:\u003c/strong\u003e None\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration:\u003c/strong\u003e 1 year\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn:\u003c/strong\u003e Within 30 days by Officiant\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","meta_description_esp":null,"head_tag_esp":null,"tagline_esp":null,"intro_section_esp":"","officiant_section_esp":"","couple_section_esp":"","wedding_tips_esp":"","faq_esp":"","content_live_esp":false,"marriage_licensing_info_esp":""}