Are marriage certificates public or confidential?

It may come as a surprise that US state and local law varies considerably regarding availability of marriage certificates to the general public. One can differentiate the following types of marriage records: Public records: In some states, marriage records are public records. This means that anyone can request and obtain a copy of them, for any …

Registration of Matrimony: Marriage Licenses and Certificates

Registration of Matrimony: Marriage Licenses and Certificates If you have decided to finally tie the knot with your loved one, you must undergo a couple of vital steps in order for the US federal, state, and local government to recognize your matrimony. This generally involves obtaining a marriage license—a document issued by your local government …

Applying for marriage licenses and certificates-a primer

When a couple decides to get married, there are some legal requirements they must fulfill beforehand. The main legal documents involved in getting married are the marriage license and the marriage certificate. Here is an overview of what these are and how to obtain them: A marriage license is a legal document that gives a …