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In California, the role of a Notary Public extends beyond the traditional duties of verifying signatures and authenticating documents. With the proper authorization, Notary Publics can also issue marriage licenses—a service typically associated with County Clerks. This blog post will explore how Notary Publics in California can issue marriage licenses, the steps involved, and the benefits of this service for couples seeking a convenient and efficient way to tie the knot.
While marriage licenses are generally issued by County Clerks, certain authorized Notary Publics in California can also provide this service. This is made possible through a special appointment as a “Deputy Commissioner of Civil Marriages” for a day. According to the California Secretary of State's office, this appointment allows Notary Publics to temporarily extend their duties to include issuing marriage licenses and performing marriage ceremonies.
As a Deputy Commissioner, the Notary Public can issue a marriage license and perform the ceremony on the same day, making the process more accessible and convenient for couples who need to get married quickly.
To provide more insight into this process, we reached out to a representative from the Orange County
Clerk’s office. Here’s what they had to say:
"The appointment of Notary Publics as Deputy Commissioners of Civil Marriages allows for greater flexibility and accessibility in the marriage process. It’s especially beneficial for couples who may not be able to visit the County Clerk’s office during regular hours or who prefer a more private setting for their marriage ceremony." — Orange County Clerk-Recorder
Another representative from the Los Angeles County Clerk’s office mentioned:
"We’ve seen an increasing number of Notary Publics taking on this role, particularly in situations where a couple needs to get married quickly. It’s a service that aligns well with the Notary’s existing duties of upholding legal standards and ensuring proper documentation." — Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk
Having a Notary Public issue a marriage license offers several advantages:
In California, the ability of Notary Publics to issue marriage licenses as Deputy Commissioners of Civil Marriages offers a unique and valuable service. By providing more options for couples to get married, Notary Publics play an important role in making the marriage process more accessible and convenient.
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Same Day Marriage Licenses and Same Day Marriage Ceremonies. We are licensed and commissioned by the State of California, authorized by the County, and ordained officiants that legalize marriages on the same day. We issue the marriage license and perform the casual or semi-formal ceremony.
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