Clerk's Office

Marriage License Information

Requirements for Minors

• A minor must obtain consent from a parent or legal guardian
• A parent or legal guardian must give sworn consent in person at the time of application, and must provide valid identification
• If the parents of the minor are divorced, consent shall be given by the parent having legal custody of the minor as evidenced by an oath of affirmation to the clerk
• If the parents of the minor are divorced and have been awarded joint custody of the minor, consent shall be given by the parent having physical custody of the minor the majority of the time as evidenced by an oath of affirmation to the clerk
• If the minor is not in the custody of a parent, the legal guardian shall provide the consent and provide proof of guardianship by court order as well as an oath of affirmation

Requirements for Age 15

• Parent must be present with valid picture ID to give consent and sign oath of affirmation
• Certified copy of Birth Certificate
• Written authorization from a judge of the court exercising juvenile jurisdiction in the county where either party to the marriage resides; or a court commissioner as permitted by rule of the Judicial Council
• Social Security Card or valid proof of social security number

Requirements for Ages 16 & 17

• Parent must be present with valid picture ID to give consent and sign oath of affirmation
• Certified copy of Birth Certificate
• Current valid picture identification
• Social Security Card or valid proof of social security number