Can anyone officiate a wedding in Washington state?

Who can Perform the Marriage Ceremony: Washington State Law (RCW 26.04. An official of a religious organization is broadly defined in the law. The individual can be a regularly licensed or ordained minister or any priest, imam, rabbi or similar official of any religious organization of any state.

How do I find out if someone is married in Washington state?

www.kingcounty.gov/operations/archives/vital/marriage/index.aspx Their complete marriage index, from 1853-1983 is available to search in house only. Pierce County Recorder’s Office has marriage dates from 1980’s to the present.

What do I need to marry someone in Washington state?

To become legally married in Washington state, you must:

Apply for and receive a marriage license.
Participate in a civil or religious ceremony in Washington State.
Complete and return the Department of Health Certificate of Marriage.

Can my friend officiate my wedding?

A: The quick answer to that is yes; it is possible to have a friend of family member perform your marriage ceremony once they have been legally ordained to do so. Getting ordination can be as simple as filling out an online form from a ministry that will ordain anyone who wants to solemnize weddings.

Are marriage licenses public record in Washington?

The State of Washington is an open record state. Anyone may order copies of Washington marriage certificates, as long as they can provide the required information. More information is usually found on the marriage license application or the marriage register. Less information is found on the marriage certificate.

Do you need witnesses to get married in Washington state?

Applying for a marriage license in Washington does not require blood tests, witnesses, birth certificates or divorce decrees. (It does require a valid photo ID.)

What are the requirements to be married in Washington state?

Both parties must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid form of photo identification, a U.S. passport, driver’s license, military ID. You’ll also need your Social Security card. If you don’t have a Social Security number, you can still marry, but you may need to sign a declaration that you don’t have one.