To the full extent permitted by the Constitution, the Probate Court has exclusive original jurisdiction over all subject matter related to the issuance of marriage licenses; record, index, and dispose of copies of marriage certificates; and issue certified copies of the license and certificates.

It is unlawful for any persons to contract matrimony, i.e. marry, within this State without first obtaining a marriage license from the Probate Court.

To obtain a marriage license for persons age 18-25, bring your Social Security Card and driver's license, military ID card or birth certificate. For persons over 25 years of age, bring Social Security Card. Girls and Boys over the age of 16 can apply with parental consent, birth certificate and social security card. There is a 24 hour waiting period after application for the license to be issued.

Only ministers of the Gospel or accepted Jewish Rabbis and Officers authorized to administer oaths in this State are authorized to administer a marriage ceremony in this State.

Marriage Licenses are public record and are open to the public during regular business hours from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.