Getting Married at the D.C. Courthouse: What You Need to Know Washington, D.C. courthouse weddings are straightforward, but there are rules and details couples don’t learn until they’re already inside the building. Here’s what to expect. If you’re getting married at the D.C. courthouse, you do not need to hire an outside officiant….

    Secure Your DC Certified Marriage Certificate Now! I dedicate this blog to those who opt to self-return the court’s marriage certificate marked “Return”. Court Return Deadlines The court marriage license return is due back in the clerk’s office within: DC: 10 business days   Why You May Need a Certified Copy of Your…

  Don’t Forget the Marriage License: Your Marriage Isn’t Legal Without It It happens! The couple shows up. The guests are seated. The officiant is ready. But the marriage license? Nowhere to be found. Some left it at home. Others never got one at all. And some assume it can be obtained later. But here’s…

Prince George’s County Marriage Bureau Unexpected Closings The Prince George’s County Marriage Bureau has, at times, closed without notice to the public. Couples may arrive during normal business hours (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon) only to learn that the bureau is closed. When the court is unavailable, we help couples move forward with their marriage…

Getting Married Amidst COVID-19     Washington DC Marriage Bureau The DC Superior Court closed on March 18, 2020 after a US Marshal tested positive for COVID-19.  There is no word from the DC Marriage Bureau about the closure. A court employee shared the following: all offices are closed except two (prisoner intake and central intake)….