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Both partners must be 18 years or older and be present to apply
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Valid picture identification
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Parents full birth names, including mother’s maiden name
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State or country of birth of parents
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Date of dissolution of most recent previous marriage (a divorce certificate must be presented)
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No blood test are required
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You do not have to be a California resident to marry in California
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There is no waiting period between receipt of a marriage license and the ceremony
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Minors, emancipated minors included, cannot be licensed to marry in California without a parent's written consent and a Superior Court Order
-Marriage License Types-
PUBLIC LICENSE
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Public record
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License valid for 90 days
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License can be used throughout the state of California
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Minors, emancipated minors included, cannot be licensed to marry in California without a parent's written consent and a Superior Court Order
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One witness is required, but you can have two
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Witness(es) must be at least 18 years of age
CONFIDENTIAL LICENSE
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Not available for public inspection
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MUST BE used in the county where purchased only
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Only the married couple may obtain copies of the marriage license
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Minimum age 18 years - minors may not purchase a confidential marriage license
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No witnesses are required
