Where can I get a copy of my marriage license near me?

Where can I get a copy of my marriage license near me?

To request a copy of a public marriage record online: Visit www.vitalchek.com.Please follow the instructions on the Vitalchek site.Those who are not authorized may receive an Informational Certified Copy.

What is the difference between public and confidential marriage?

A confidential marriage license is legally binding, just like a public license, but it’s not part of the public record. Public marriage licenses, on the contrary, allow anyone, for any reason, to look at the personal information that appears on the licenses at the County Clerk’s office.

What is the benefit of a confidential marriage license?

A confidential marriage license allows all the personal information on a marriage license to be protected from public view. Only a court order or a notarized application by either spouses can obtain a copy of the information. This benefits anyone who wishes their information remain private, including celebrities.

What is secret marriage?

Definition: A secret marriage is a marriage that is kept secret from family and friends. A secret marriage is usually a civil marriage, but there are also members of the clergy who will perform a secret marriage. Only the judge has a record of the marriage.

Can you secretly get married?

A civil secret marriage is a marriage that is not revealed to family and friends. A judicial secret marriage is one held before a judge, in a closed court session. This type of marriage is allowed in some jurisdictions under special circumstances, but not in all locales.

Can you hide a marriage record?

Without registering for a “confidential marriage”, marriages are normally public record. That said, it’s difficult to hide a marriage from people who are close to you (including family, friends, and employers) if you start to act like a married couple.