Marriage Date Legalities Explained

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A magistrate in Idaho typically cannot change the wedding date on a marriage license once its filed. The date is based on the actual ceremony, not a reception. For specific guidance, consider consulting a family law attorney.

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I was married in California with an Idaho marriage license. According to Idaho the license is invalid. My wife filed for divorce and is claiming a reception party we had in Idaho three weeks after the California ceremony was our wedding. Does the magistrate have the power to change our wedding date after the license has been filed?
Hey ****! In Idaho, a magistrate does not typically have the power to change the date of your wedding on the license once it's filed. The wedding date is usually determined by the actual ceremony, not a reception. You might want to consult a family law attorney for specific guidance on your situation.