Have You Got A Marriage License?

You need to have a marriage license in hand when you apply to get married. This is mandatory as per wedding law. You should apply for it a few days before your wedding date. Without a license you will not be permitted to get married. However, all the states may not have the same wedding law so you have to check the jurisdiction in your state. Some states do not have a waiting period when you apply for a license. Other states may have a five day waiting period. This is the most important information you should get otherwise your wedding plans may go haywire.

You Need To Meet The Following Requirements

There are several requirements that you must meet before you apply for a marriage license. These requirements may also differ from state to state so it's imperative that you get the accurate information before you put in your application.

• Both partners should be at least 18 years old. If you are younger then the consent of your parents will be required.
• You may need to undergo blood tests to rule out any sexually transmitted diseases.
• In case you are divorced or your previous marriage was annulled, then you will have to show proof of the same.
• You will have to prove that both of you are mentally capable of understanding the sanctity of the institution of marriage. Only then will you be given consent for marriage. Without the consent of both parties, no marriage can take place. If one of you is mentally incapacitated by drugs, alcohol or any mental disorder, you will not be granted a license.
• You should not be closely related by blood. In some states, however, you are allowed to marry your first cousins.
• Some states mandate that you undergo marriage counseling services so that you are aware of all marital issues beforehand.

A marriage license is a legal document which proves that you are ready and willing to get married. It has to be filed and stored in your county courthouse for an indefinite period. You should also be aware that your license can be accessed by anyone who wants it. If you have made prenuptial agreements then you should follow the contract strictly to avoid any legal hassles. Your spouse can hire a private detective who can get your records just by accessing your marriage license.

The license is also proof of the fact that you are of the legal age to get married, you are single and have received legal approval for your marriage. You need to have the marriage license with you to get married. So procure it before you begin your wedding preparations.