Planning the Big Day can get quite hectic – and while it is surely important to make this event to your liking and style, it is first and foremost crucial to ensure everything about it is legal. After all, the whole point of getting married includes being recognized as husband and wife in the eyes of the Law, isn’t it?
What are some of the legal issues to consider before you even book a venue? We have some tips for you – so read on and find out more.
- Your officiant needs to be legally accepted. In other words, if you want a civil wedding, you will need a county clerk, a justice of peace or a judge to officiate the ceremony. If you want a religious wedding, you will need a representative of your house of worship – a priest, minister, rabbi, and so on.
- You need two witnesses – and they can be whoever you want them to be. If you are eloping, you can even ask your photographer and florist to play this role.
- You also need a marriage license. This has to be obtained with a maximum of 30 days before the wedding date. After those 30 days, your license will not be deemed valid any longer.
- Your marriage certificate will be released after the wedding. Depending on the legislation in your state, you may or may not have to be present with your officiant when the certificate is requested. Be sure to check with your state’s specifics!
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