The Number One Priority in the wedding process is getting the marriage license – without the license there can be no wedding! The wedding license is usually issued by the Recorder of Deed and your license is only valid in the state in which you apply. All parties must be at least 18 years of age, and if younger than that, they must have custodial parent or guardian approval.
The license must be obtained prior to the wedding ceremony, and the officiant must have the license prior to the ceremony. If there is no marriage within 30 days, the license is voided. After the marriage, the officiant returns the license to the Recorder of Deeds.
Following are the address and location of the various counties around this area. Be sure to call to confirm hours of service.
ILLINOIS:
There is a 1 day waiting period in the state of Illinois. The license is good for 60 days the day you pick up the license. You must get the license in the county the ceremony is taking place in. In Illinois, no witnesses are required.
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