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Marriage Laws – Oklahoma & Texas

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We’ve been exploring the marriage laws of the 50 states in the United States. We started in New England and worked our way down the Atlantic coast before heading west. Today, we’re heading into the great state of Texas and just to the north of Texas, the state of Oklahoma. If you read this blog regularly, you may have seen the posts covering the marriage law waiting for Governor Perry to sign that will more than double marriage license fees in Texas unless a couple takes a state-sanctioned pre-marital education course. Texas As with all states, it’s important that you … Continue reading →

The Marriage Blog Week in Review for May 27 – June 1

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It’s been a packed week here in the marriage blog with everything from marriage laws to secret marriages to bigamy and more. We had Courtney Mroch, one of our great Pets bloggers guest with a couple of interesting articles as well. So without further ado, let’s take a look at our week in review. Sunday, May 27 What Are Secret Marriages? Have you heard of them before? I hadn’t, but they came up as a part of our marriage laws research. Marriage Laws – Louisiana & Arkansas takes a look at these states laws governing marriage licenses and what you … Continue reading →

Marriage Laws – Nebraska & Kansas

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We’re continuing with our marriage laws series. With only a few stops left on our travels across the states, we’re firmly across the Mississippi River with stops in Nebraska and Kansas. So without further ado, let’s take a look at the marriage laws that govern Nebraska and Kansas. Nebraska You do not need to be a resident of the state to marry in it. You do need to provide the date of dissolution for any previous marriage. Also, you may need to wait six months following a divorce before getting remarried. When you go to apply for a marriage license, … Continue reading →

Marriage Laws – Wisconsin & Minnesota

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We’re backtracking a little to swing through Wisconsin and Minnesota on our 50 state tour of state marriage laws and we’re going to take a moment here in Wisconsin because there are some interesting tidbits that you need to be aware of when applying for a marriage license in the state. Wisconsin First and foremost, each county in Wisconsin may have different requirements, so be sure that you contact your local County Clerk for what specific requirements your county may have prior to going down to apply for your marriage license. Your marriage license fee is about $80 and you … Continue reading →

Marriage Laws – North & South Dakota

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We’ve passed the halfway mark on our tour of marriage laws throughout the 50 United States. We have about 15 more states to go, give or take. Today’s installment takes a look at state marriage laws in North and South Dakota. North Dakota North Dakota does not have a residency requirement. Out of state applicants should file for their marriage license in the county where they plan to get married. You’ll need to bring valid photo ID as well as your social security cards. You will also need to bring a copy of the divorce decree or death certificate if … Continue reading →

Marriage Laws – Missouri & Iowa

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Our series on marriage laws continues into the Midwest with stops in Missouri and Iowa. We’ve learned quite a bit during our study of the various marriage laws affecting the 50 states of the United States. So let’s take a look at Missouri and then we’ll pause in Iowa. Missouri There is no residency requirement to apply for a marriage license in the state of Missouri. You will need to apply at the Recorder of Deeds office and provide valid identification and your social security numbers. Applicants under the age of 18 will need to have consent from their custodial … Continue reading →

The Marriage Blog Week in Review – May 21 – May 25

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What a week here in the Marriage Blog and what a week for many couples around the country who saw the school year ending and got ready to launch their summer vacations. Summer vacations for couples can provide a lot of opportunities and challenges. We’re going to take a look at those in the common weeks as well as our focus on weddings just in time for June. Also, don’t forget, this summer also plays host to the lucky day that many brides and grooms are looking forward to on July 7, 2007 – or 777 as they call it. … Continue reading →

Marriage Laws – Michigan & Illinois

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Let’s take a swing north as we examine the Marriage Laws of the 50 states. Today, we’re pausing in Michigan and Illinois in the gorgeous areas around the Great Lakes and more. So, without further ado, let’s check out the marriage laws in Michigan and Illinois. Michigan Non-residents who apply for a marriage license in Michigan will pay a fee that is $10 higher. The fee for residents is about $20, so for non-residents the fee is about $30. Be sure to bring cash as most counties do not accept any other form of tender. Residents should apply in the … Continue reading →

Marriage Laws – Alabama & Mississippi

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Our East coast tour of marriage laws has finished off the East Coast and turned west. Let’s take a swing around the gulf coast to pay a call on the beautiful states in the heart of the south: Alabama and Mississippi. Alabama There is no residency requirement to get married in Alabama, but you do need to provide a valid form of ID as well as your social security number. If you were divorced within the six months prior to your wedding date, bring a certified copy of the divorce decree. There is also a sixty-day waiting period after a … Continue reading →

Marriage Laws: Ohio & Indiana

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As we continue our journey through the United States, we head to Ohio and Indiana. I’ve not spent a lot of time in either state, but let’s take a look at their requirements for a marriage license. Ohio Ohio has no residency requirement. If you are a resident, you must apply in the county where you live. If you are not a resident, you must apply in the county where you want to get married. You need proof of ID and a certified copy of the death certificate or divorce decree if you were married previously. There is no waiting … Continue reading →