What to know.

While Cameron can legally officiate in almost any state, the below information relates specifically to the State of California. If you are looking to be married in another state, Cameron will provide the details of legality for that jurisdiction.

 

To get a marriage license in California, you need to meet the following requirements:

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• Both parties must be 18 years of age or older. If one or both parties are under 18, they will need written consent from a parent or guardian.

• Both parties must be present at the time of application.

• Both parties must have valid government-issued identification, such as a driver's license or passport.

• Both parties must not be currently married to anyone else. If either party was previously married, they will need to provide proof of the termination of the previous marriage, such as a divorce decree or death certificate.

• Both parties must provide their social security numbers.

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The marriage license fee must be paid at the time of application. The fee varies depending on the county, but it is typically around $70-90.

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Once you have obtained a marriage license, it is valid for 90 days. After the ceremony, the completed license must be returned to the county clerk's office within 10 days. The county clerk will then issue a certified copy of the marriage certificate, which is required for legal purposes such as changing your name or updating your identification documents.

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A few more items to consider include:

 

• Both parties must be unmarried at the time the license is issued.

• If either party was previously married and the dissolution is not yet final, even if it will be final before the wedding date, you will not be issued a marriage license.

• If the dissolution was final within the past 90 days, please provide a copy of the final judgment.

• If you are in a State Registered Domestic Partnership (SRDP), you may not enter into a marriage or be issued a license with someone other than your registered domestic partner, unless the most recent domestic partnership has been terminated or a final judgment of dissolution or nullity has been entered.

• There is no residency requirement.