Georgia Free Marriage Records

By Ben Kingsley


Marriage is the result of two people in untied in love and this is documented in the form of a marriage certificate. GA marriage records or marriage certificates issued in Georgia are open to the public which means that the local residents are allowed to access and request it whenever it is necessary. The implementation of the Freedom of Information Act has made this possible.

A marriage certificate is an important document that the people of Georgia use on a regular basis. Marriage records are one of the vital documents used when updating the genealogy. Some transactions in the government would call for a copy of a marriage license in order to proceed with any request. Checking on the marital status of an individual is also another use of such document. This is mostly done by people who want to make sure that they are dating someone who is unattached.

It basically contains details about the marriage of a couple. This includes the complete names of the bride and the groom. Their personal details such as the date and place of birth are also included on the certificate. It would not be a complete document without the date and the place of the marriage. One would also find the names of the couple's parents and the witnesses.

The certificates of marriages that took place before June 9, 1952 are only available at the county where it occurred. Fees may vary depending on the county it is being requested. If marriage records that were registered after the said date are requested, the state office can help you retrieve it. One has to prepare $10 in order to get a copy of the said document. An additional $5 has to be made for requesting additional copies. It is important to provide the necessary requirements and information during the application process. The one who requested for the record should also indicate their contact details along with their reason for obtaining the document and their relationship to the person on the file since the document is only released to the couple and their immediate family.

The department of Public Health in Georgia is where the public documents of the state are being managed and this includes the marriage records. Getting a copy of the marriage certificate can be done by going to the office. Another way to get it is by sending a mail request addressed to the office. All of the requirements have to be enclosed on the mail request in order for it to be processed. The state office does not allow cash in the mail order but it can be paid through a check or mail order. The document can be obtained after several days since the mail request was sent. The document can be obtained faster if it was requested at the office. All of the waiting and the travel can be eliminated by doing the search online.

Online retrieval of records of marriage is now possible. This method has completely eliminated the need to go to any office and wait for several days. Information about the marriage record can be obtained after seconds when the needed information has been provided. The search can be done at any hour since it is available online 24/7.




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