Late Marriage License Filing

Summary

In California, marriage licenses are valid for 90 days and must be returned for recording within 10 days after the ceremony. Late submissions may not retain the original wedding date. Courts generally dont handle requests for new licenses with the original date. Its recommended to contact the County Clerks office for clarification and consult a local family law attorney for specific legal advice.

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Hi, me and my husband got married couple of months ago, however we didnt file our license then. Is there a way to file the license after the wedding ceremony while retaining the original date in California?
Hello ****,
In California:
- Marriage licenses are valid for 90 days.
- They need to be returned for recording within 10 days after the ceremony.
- Late submission may not retain the original wedding date.
Please check with the County Clerk's office where you got your license for specific rules.
Can we file a petition in court for a nee license with original date?
Hello ****,
In general, courts don't typically handle such requests. It's advised to:
- Contact the County Clerk's office to clarify the situation
- Consult with a local family law attorney for specific legal advice.
Remember, this is general information and may not apply to your specific situation.