Teen Marriage - State Listing of Teen Marriage License Laws

State Listing of Teen Marriage License Laws

See Marriageable age for a more complete list (and international comparisons).

Alabama

• Under 18 applicants need certified copy of birth certificate, both parents must be present with identification, or if you have a legal guardian they must be present with a court order and identification. If one or both parents are deceased, proper evidence of such must be provided.

Alaska

• Under 18 applicants need certified copy of birth certificate, both parents must be present with identification, or if you have a legal guardian they must be present with a court order and identification.

Arizona

• If applicant is above the age of 34, either a notarized parental consent form is needed, or the parents must accompany the applicant, present the proper identification, and sign the parental consent form in front of the clerk issuing the license.
• If applicant is age 16 – 17 one of the following documents showing proof of age is needed:
  • certified copy of birth certificate
  • current driver's license
  • state or military I.D. card
  • or current passport
• If applicant is age 15 or under, a court order is also necessary.

Arkansas

• Under 18 requires consent of both sets of parents.

California

• If either the bride or groom is under 18, at least one of the minor's parents, or legal guardian, must appear with the couple. Certified copies of birth certificates are required. The couple must also schedule an appointment with a counselor and then appear before a superior court judge.

Colorado

• If applicant is 16 or 17, consent of both parents (or parent having legal custody), or guardian, or judicial approval is necessary.
• If applicant is under 16, a Judicial Court Order along with parental consent is necessary.

Connecticut

• If applicant is under the age of 18 written consent of the parent or guardian is required and under the age of 16 the Judge of probate must endorse with written consent on the license.