Los Angeles County, California
Marriage license in Los Angeles County, California
Los Angeles County issues marriage licenses through the County Clerk (public or confidential license) at the Los Angeles office, under California law (Cal. Fam. Code §§ 350 et seq.).
Los Angeles County marriage license requirements
- County seat
- Los Angeles
- Issued by
- County Clerk (public or confidential license)
- License fee
- $35–$150
- Waiting period
- None
- Validity
- 90 days
- Minimum age
- 18
- Witnesses required
- 1
- ID
- Government-issued photo ID; Social Security number (recited)
- Statute
- Cal. Fam. Code §§ 350 et seq.
Verify exact fees at the Los Angeles County Clerk’s office. Statewide guidance: www.cdph.ca.gov.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Verify all requirements with the Los Angeles County Clerk.