{"id":27824,"name":"West Jordan","state_id":57,"county_id":2922,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:40:00.916-07:00","updated_at":"2024-10-01T08:58:43.209-07:00","meta_description":null,"head_tag":null,"tagline":null,"intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eSo you\u0026rsquo;ve decided to get married in West Jordan! This gorgeous little suburb is right next to many great outdoor parks and resorts, and is also just a few miles south of Utah\u0026rsquo;s capital - Salt Lake City. Take a trip backcountry skiing or hiking in the Oquirrh Mountains, or spend a relaxing day on the banks of the Jordan River.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever your plans as a couple, AMM is here to guide you through the process of getting legally married in West Jordan - from ordaining your chosen minister to completing the marriage license.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","officiant_section":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\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\u003eAccording to Utah Code Title 81, Chapter 2 (81-2-305),\u0026nbsp;marriages may be solemnized by \u0026ldquo;an individual 18 years old or older who is authorized by a religious denomination to solemnize a marriage\u0026quot; or\u0026nbsp;\u0026quot;a Native American spiritual advisor\u0026rdquo; may perform marriage ceremonies in the state of Utah.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf you do not yet fulfill this requirement, don\u0026rsquo;t worry. \u0026nbsp;As long as you are at least 18 years old, AMM\u0026rsquo;s free online ordination makes it possible for you to become a minister of our church today by simply \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/ordination-application\"\u003esigning up\u003c/a\u003e. \u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe State of Utah does not require ministers to register with the local government, so once you are ordained with us, you can start officiating weddings!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 2: Prepare for the Wedding Ceremony in West Jordan\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eOfficiating a wedding ceremony is a privilege and an honor, but also comes with a lot of pressure. AMM\u0026rsquo;s \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/officiant-training\"\u003etraining pages\u003c/a\u003e will help give you helpful tips and tricks for brainstorming, writing a personalized script and delivering a smooth speech.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 3: Officiate the Wedding and Complete the Marriage License\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to signing the marriage license, it is the couple\u0026rsquo;s responsibility to obtain it from the county clerk\u0026rsquo;s office, fill it out, and hand it over to you to sign as well. Just make sure that the license is valid before signing and giving it back to the couple to return. Otherwise, you have fulfilled your full legal duty as the officiant!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003ch3\u003eFile for the Marriage License from the Salt Lake County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s Office\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe couple should make an appointment with the Salt Lake County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s Office to obtain the marriage license. Both parties must arrive in person and be able to present valid identification.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you go, just remember to bring:\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eA valid driver\u0026rsquo;s license or other state-issued ID\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003ePayment in the form of cash, check, money order, or credit card.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n","wedding_tips":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Basics\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.golftheridgegc.com/events/weddings\"\u003eOverlook at the Ridge Golf Club\u003c/a\u003e, nestled in the Oquirrh Mountains, is a gorgeous location for you and your beloved to tie the knot. This venue not only has great views, but also plenty of room, with a hardwood floor for dancing, and a large outside deck for extra seating. An outdoor wedding in the mountains, with just your closest family and friends, is also a romantic and unique option for a wedding ceremony.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eTransportation\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe TRAX light rail system provides great service to locations within and outside of West Jordan, including regular transit to Salt Lake City. Otherwise, public bus services are also available. Uber and Lyft are also options for getting around.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eWeather\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWest Jordan gets the full array of seasons from hot, dry summers to cold, snowy winters. Temperatures in summer regularly hit the mid-nineties during the day, but then drop back down during the night. The average snowfall is 53 inches per year, so be prepared if you are planning to visit during the winter months.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it legal to consume alcohol at weddings in Utah?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its relatively conservative nature, Utah allows for the legal purchase and consumption of alcohol.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old do I have to be to get married in Utah?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYou must be at least 18 years old for your marriage to be legally recognized.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre online ordinations recognized in Utah?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYes. All online ordained ministers are legally permitted to solemnize marriages in the State of Utah, regardless of where they were ordained.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e 2001 South State Street Suite S2 200\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c/strong\u003e $50\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaiting Period:\u003c/strong\u003e None\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration:\u003c/strong\u003e 30 days\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn:\u003c/strong\u003e by Couple\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":""}