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Marriage is a serious step for any person willing to publicly express their love for a significant other. While most people preparing for marriage usually have the wedding ceremony at the front of their minds, properly obtaining the marriage license should be the most important item on every bride and groom's list.
Before the wedding, Nevada marriage license and blood requirements need to be followed in order for the union to be official on the couple's magical day. This is a quick summary of the marriage license and blood test requirements in Nevada.
Although blood test are no longer required, Nevada marriage license requirements prohibit the bride and groom from being closely related is one another. Also, the bride and groom must be at least 18 years old at the time of obtaining the license, however, persons under the age of 16 may acquire a Nevada marriage license with proper consent from a parent or guardian. Once a marriage license has been properly issued by the county clerk's office, officially solemnized, and correctly recorded with the county, the couple's marriage becomes public record for the world to see.
The following table outlines the specifics of Nevada marriage license and blood test requirements.
| Code Sections | Nevada Revised Statutes §122.040: Marriage License |
Marriage License Requirements |
Nevada marriage license requirements state that:
Generally, a marriage license is issued the same day a couple applies. Also, there is no waiting period after the marriage license has been issued. Marriage licenses are valid for one year from the date the license is issued. |
Fraudulent Procurement |
Any person who makes a false statement in procuring a marriage license will be guilty of a gross misdemeanor. This is punishable by up to one year in prison, a fine up to $2,000, or both. |
Fees |
County clerks must collect specific fees when issuing a marriage license. These fees must be paid to the clerk at the time of issuance. |
If you need legal assistance with properly obtaining a marriage license, you can contact a Nevada family law lawyer through FindLaw. Visit FindLaw's sections on marriage requirement basics and marriage law for more articles and information on this topic.
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