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Marriage License Information

 

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INSTRUCTION FOR OBTAINING A MARRIAGE LICENSE

Application for a marriage license must be completed by either person at the district court office. There is a THREE (3) day waiting period, after application is made, before you may pick up the license. For Example:

Application made on Monday: the license may be picked up the following Thursday or any work day thereafter.

Application made on Tuesday: the license may be picked up the following Friday or any workday thereafter.

Application made on Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday: the license may be picked up the following Monday or any work day thereafter.

THE LICENSE WILL EXPIRE SIX (6) MONTHS FROM DATE OF ISSUANCE

A Worksheet is issued when the application is made. ALL information must be completed and returned when picking up the license. THE WORKSHEET MUST BE SIGNED BY BOTH PARTIES.

THE FEE FOR THE LICENSE IS FIFTY ($50). CASH ONLY. NO CHECKS!!!!

After the marriage ceremony, the ORIGINAL LICENSE is returned to the Court for recording, then forwarded to the Department of Vital Statistics in Topeka, Kansas, where it is kept on permanent file. The DUPLICATE is for the bride and groom. To obtain a certified copy of your marriage license you may request one from the District Court for $1.50.

If you wish to be married by a Judge, you may make an appointment with:

If you have any questions, please contact the District Court office in your county or residence. OFFICE HOURS: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Updated: January 12, 2007