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How do you get married at the courthouse in Maryland?
Marriage ceremonies are performed by appointment only. If you wish to hold your ceremony at the courthouse, please contact the License Department at 240-777-9460 or in person. You must obtain your marriage license before you may schedule a ceremony. The fee for the ceremony is $25 cash or money order.
How much does it cost to get married at the courthouse in Maryland?
Fees – When applying In Person The marriage license fee is $35.00. There is an additional fee of $25.00 for civil ceremonies performed by a judge, the clerk of court, or a designated deputy clerk of the circuit court. Photo identification is required for applicants.
Can you get married at the Hamilton County Courthouse?
Public officials in Hamilton County are authorized to perform civil marriage ceremonies. They each have varying schedules and policies with respect to performing marriages. It is suggested you first call an official in the area where you live.
How does a courthouse wedding work in Maryland?
Maryland requires that a marriage license be obtained from the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office in the county where the marriage is to take place. If, however, it is not convenient for you to visit the Clerk’s Office in that county, you may apply using a Non-Resident Marriage License Application-Affidavit.
What is needed for civil wedding?
The essentials to make a civil wedding legal? Capacity, consent, authority of the person performing the marriage, and a marriage license. You will also need two witnesses to be present at the ceremony and to sign the marriage certificate.
Where can I schedule a civil wedding?
Unless you have a specific person in mind, your local civil registrar will assign an officiant to you based on your requested wedding date and the availability of the officiant. Civil weddings must be held in a public place. Most often they take place in the presiding judge’s chambers, or in the mayor’s office.