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 …