The marriages shall be performed without fee to the parties. Family Code - FAM. PART 3. No witnesses may sign on the confidential marriage license. Before a marriage license can be issued, First Person and Second Person must bring in a valid photo I. The same I. There are two different types of marriage licenses in California, and they can be obtained in two different ways. For both spouses , or party A and party B, the information needed for marriage license requirements is below.
A valid photo I. There is no waiting period. You will receive your marriage license immediately after you submit your application. If you have been married before, you will need to know the specific date your last marriage ended, and how it ended Death, Dissolution, Divorce or Nullity. Some counties may require a copy of the final judgment if your previous marriage ended by dissolution or nullity.
The cost for a marriage license in California varies from county to county. Preferred method of payment is by cash. For guidance on additional methods of payment, please call ahead.
Marriage by proxy is NOT allowed in California. Family Code, Section a , requires the two parties, marriage officiant and witness if applicable be physically present together in the same location for the marriage to be performed. Getting a marriage license with your new name on it does not mean your name has automatically changed. If you need to change your last name, you can use an online marriage name change kit.
If either partner is under 18, one parent or legal guardian must be present. If a parent can not be present, due to death, separation, divorce or other circumstances, proper evidence must be presented for verification. You will need a certified copy of your birth certificate. The couple must schedule an appointment with a counselor and then appear before a superior court judge.
The public marriage license requires the signature of one witness, and if desired, has a place for an additional witness. Section a of the Family Code requires the two parties to the marriage, the marriage officiant, and the witness if applicable be physically present together in the same location for the marriage ceremony to be performed. Blood tests are NOT required to obtain a marriage license in California. Some counties may also require a copy of your birth certificate. Marriage licenses are valid for 90 days from the date of issuance.
If you do not get married within 90 days, the license will no longer be valid — you must purchase a new license. Many County Clerks in California perform civil marriage ceremonies in their offices.
California Family Code Section states the persons authorized to solemnize marriage ceremonies in California are as follows: A priest, minister, or rabbi of any religious denomination. A judge or retired judge, commissioner of civil marriages or retired commissioner of civil marriages, commissioner or retired commissioner, or assistant commissioner of a court of record in this state. A judge or magistrate who has resigned from office.
A judge or retired judge of a court of appeals, a district court, or a court created by an act of Congress the judges of which are entitled to hold office during good behavior. A judge or retired judge of a bankruptcy court or a tax court. A United States magistrate or retired magistrate. A legislator or constitutional officer of this state or a member of Congress who represents a district within this state, while that person holds office. All fees and hours of issuance for a marriage license may vary by county.
You will NOT receive a copy of your marriage license after you have been married unless you request and pay for a certified copy from the County Clerk or County Recorder as applicable. DO NOT change any information on the license, cross out information, use white out, etc. Persons under 18 with written consent from at least one parent or legal guardian AND permission from a California Superior Court Judge may marry. Emancipated minors are NOT exempt from this process. The marriage license may be obtained from any county in California.
You are not required to get married in the county where you purchase the public marriage license; however, you must be married in California. You must file the license in the county where it was purchased. You must have at least one witness present at your ceremony.
The license contains a place for two witnesses if you prefer. You may NOT have more than two witnesses sign the official marriage license. There is no age requirement in California for witnesses; however, they must be old enough to know that they are witnessing a marriage ceremony AND be able to sign their name on the official marriage license. Anyone may request copies of the marriage certificate by submitting the required fee to the County Recorder.
Minors may NOT purchase a confidential marriage license. The couple must be living together as spouses at the time they apply for the marriage license, and must sign an affidavit on the license attesting to that fact. The couple MUST be married in the county where the license is issued. When a dispute arises out of the use of a fictitious business name, it is a legal matter that may be resolved through the judicial system and not handled by our office.
A searchable fictitious business name index is maintained and available for all fictitious business name statements filed in San Francisco County at the Fictitious Business Names webpage. Any registrant filing a Fictitious Business Name Statement must first establish a business tax registration account with the Tax Collector's Office. It is the responsibility of the registrant to determine whether it is required to file a fictitious business name statement. Consult an attorney for legal advice.
County Clerk staff is prohibited by law from providing legal advice. For profit and non-profit registrants are required to pay the appropriate fictitious business name statement filing fees.
No exceptions and no refunds for statements filed. If our business is a non-profit organization and exempt from paying taxes, are we still required to go to the Tax Collector's Office? I just moved and need to make an address change on my fictitious business name statement. How do I update the address?
If there is a change in fact on the statement, other than the registrant's residential address, the statement expires 40 days from the date the fact changed. If the business address has changed you are required to update your business tax registration certificate with the Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office, located at City Hall, Room , and then file a new fictitious business name statement, pay the appropriate fees, and publish the statement.
I missed the day publication deadline for my FBN statement. Can I apply for an extension? If the first legal notice did not appear in the newspaper within 30 days of the FBN filing date, you are required to file a new fictitious business name statement, pay the appropriate fees, and publish the current FBN statement. How do I renew my fictitious business name statement? If there is no change in facts on the FBN statement due to expire or expired less than 40 days, a new fictitious business name statement needs to be filed and the required filing fee paid.
Publication in a newspaper would not be required. If there is a change in fact on the FBN statement or the statement has expired more than 40 days, a new fictitious business name statement needs to be filed, required filing fee paid, and FBN statement published in a newspaper within 30 days of filing the FBN statement.
For information on the publication requirements, visit the Fictitious Business Names webpage. How can I find out the expiration date of my Fictitious Business Name filing? However, a mere change in the residence address of an individual, general partner, or trustee does not cause the statement to expire prior to the end of the five-year term.
I'm receiving solicitations from third-party mailings for fictitious business name statement renewals. Is this legal? As of January 1, , there are new laws to prevent people from sending misleading solicitations to Californians. These misleading, or scam, solicitations appear to be from California government agencies and threaten business owners with fines if they do not file required forms.
To protect California business owners, Secretary of State Debra Bowen sponsored Assembly Bill 75, which now requires new disclaimers to be added to third—party mailings. Is the County Clerk's office closed for lunch? The County Clerk's office is open for business during lunch. Our office is open for processing Monday-Friday a.
I have a Tax Lien or Judgment showing on my credit report. How do I obtain a copy of this record? The Office of the County Clerk does not handle matters related to liens or judgments. These documents are recorded with the County Recorder. For information, visit their office's website at www. What is the fee for recording a deed? The Office of the County Clerk does not handle real property documents.
Deeds are recorded by the County Recorder. How do I get divorced? Divorce matters are handled by the Superior Court. For more information, visit their website at www. The Court's customer service number is They do not have e-mail access.
Are blood tests required for a marriage license? The Blood tests were eliminated in January How do I change my legal name? If the name change is due to marriage, please check the name change requirements of the Department of Motor Vehicles and Social Security Administration. Where can I obtain a copy of my divorce papers? All divorce-related matters are handled by the Superior Court.
Your divorce records are kept in the county n which you filed for divorce. How do I schedule an appointment to get married at the S. County Clerk's office? Appointments may be scheduled in person at our office or online. For more information, visit Online Reservations. Can one of your staff serve as a witness for our wedding ceremony?
The County Clerk staff cannot serve as a witness for marriage ceremonies. You are responsible for providing your own witness. How do I apply for a marriage license? Marriage licenses are issued by prepaid confirmed appointment only.
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