{"id":72672,"name":"Carson City","state_id":37,"county_id":243,"created_at":"2021-09-16T17:25:06.209-07:00","updated_at":"2024-09-20T11:52:03.950-07:00","meta_description":null,"head_tag":null,"tagline":null,"intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eWhether you\u0026rsquo;re planning a scenic outdoor wedding next to Lake Tahoe, or you\u0026rsquo;ve decided to pronounce your \u0026ldquo;I do\u0026rsquo;s\u0026rdquo; at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, Carson City is a great place to get hitched. AMM is here to help you sort out the logistics of your wedding from ordaining your hand-picked minister to signing the marriage license - and giving you all the necessary tips and information to make your wedding go as smoothly as possible. Let\u0026rsquo;s jump right into 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 Carson City, those able to solemnize marriages \u0026ldquo;...must be a licensed, ordained, or appointed minister, or other church or religious official; in good standing with their church or religious organization and authorized to perform a marriage ceremony by that organization.\u0026rdquo;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf you do not yet fall into any of these categories, we\u0026rsquo;ve got you covered. You can \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/ordination-application\"\u003eget ordained\u003c/a\u003e with AMM and be legally qualified to ordain marriages. The process is free and takes just a few minutes to complete.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eTo legally perform marriages in the State of Nevada a background check is required. The fee to be a permanently recognized minister is $52, is only for Carson City residents, and takes approximately three weeks to process. For those performing single marriages, the fee is $30 and takes 1-2 weeks to process. For more detailed information on the officiant application process, visit the \u003ca href=\"https://www.carson.org/government/departments-a-f/clerk-recorder/marriage-department\"\u003eCarson City Marriage Bureau\u0026rsquo;s Website\u003c/a\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nYou will also be asked to submit your official documentation as proof that you are an officially ordained minister. AMM provides these papers for a small fee, which is included in our \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/store/products/minister-ordination-package\"\u003eMinister Ordination Package\u003c/a\u003e, that you can purchase from our store.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nYou\u0026rsquo;ll know you\u0026rsquo;re an official Carson City wedding officiant when your name is searchable in the \u003ca href=\"https://www.nvsos.gov/MinisterPublicApp/SearchHome.aspx\"\u003estate\u0026rsquo;s database\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nStep 2: Prepare for the Ceremony in Carson City\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nNow that the formal application process is out of the way, we can help you prepare for the more personal aspects of conducting the wedding ceremony. Being asked to officiate a ceremony is an honor, but requires a bit of preparation. You may want to check out 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.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nHere you can find everything from sample wedding ceremony scripts, to brainstorming prompts, tips for preparation, 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 form, but just be sure to double-check that they have a valid marriage license before the ceremony.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nOnce you have performed the ceremony and notarized the marriage license, you\u0026rsquo;re required to return the marriage license to the Carson City Clerk\u0026rsquo;s Office within 10 days of the ceremony.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003ch3\u003eFile for the Marriage License from the Carson City Marriage Bureau\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThe couple should first call the office at 775-887-2074 to make an appointment. A 30-minute allotment is given for each appointment so make sure that you have everything in order before visiting. You can help speed up the process by filling out the \u003ca href=\"https://www.carson.org/home/showpublisheddocument/70885/637236885273670000\"\u003emarriage application\u003c/a\u003e before you come in. State-issued identification such as a driver\u0026rsquo;s license or passport must be presented along with a fee of $85.00 for the marriage license.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","wedding_tips":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Basics\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nCarson City has a lively event calendar; its proximity to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada Mountains attracts flocks of tourists each year. Keep this in mind when planning your wedding date and choosing your event venue as not to overlap with another major event. Treat yourselves to the best of the best, and book your wedding with the \u003ca href=\"https://www.yourtahoeplace.com/meetings-and-weddings/venues-facilities/the-chateau-at-incline-village\"\u003eChateau at Incline Village\u003c/a\u003e. This charming location has all the amenities and props you could wish for. Stunning views complemented by a rustic timber mansion with vaulted ceilings and an expansive grand ballroom make this an unforgettable place to celebrate your big day.\u0026nbsp;\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\nCarson City has a few bus lines that will get you to different locations around the city and all the way up to Reno. You should also be able to get a taxi or get an Uber if you aren\u0026rsquo;t a big fan of public transportation.\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\nPeak travel season is midsummer between June and September when the weather is dry and daytime temps average in the 90s. In December, the weather is mild but it\u0026rsquo;ll get snowy up in the mountains.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a witness mandatory at the wedding ceremony?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nYes. At least one witness must be present at the ceremony, not including the couple or the wedding officiant.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho is responsible for returning the marriage license?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nWithin 10 days after the marriage ceremony, the officiant is responsible to deliver or mail the completed marriage certificate to the County Clerk\u0026#39;s office.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs a blood test required?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nNo. A blood test is not required in Nevada.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e 885 East Musser Street, Suite 1025\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c/strong\u003e $85\u0026nbsp;(extra $15.00 for copy)\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 Officiant\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\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":""}