Ceremonies

• LGBTQ
• Bilingual
• Military couples
• Jail and Hospital elopements
• Destination weddings (beaches, national parks, other cities, etc)
• Religious, Interfaith, Secular or Free-Spirited

FAQ's

What do I need to get married?

If you reside in California, the state requires that both parties be at least 18 years old and present themselves at the County Clerk's office with a valid government photo I.D. and/or birth certificate depending on the I.D. and purchase a marriage license. The Fresno County Clerk's office charges $58 for the public license and $69 for the confidential. If one of the engaged partners is younger than 18, a judge has to make the determination of whether the marriage can take place based on the circumstances. If one of the engaged partners is incarcerated and cannot present themselves to the County Clerk's for the marriage license, an "unable to appear" form can be filled out to attest the situation. Contact your local clerk's office to find out specific details about appearance and what an acc.

What are the steps to get married civilly? 1. Couple schedules a meeting and ceremony date with the Wedding Officiant. 2. Couple purchases marriage license at County Clerk's office. 3. Wedding Day: ceremony is performed by Officiant and the marriage license is signed. 4. The marriage license is registered. 5. Couple obtains the certified Marriage Certificate

What is the difference between a public and confidential marriage license?

The public license is an open record and the public can search it. The confidential marriage license is a private record that doesn't reveal private information to the public if they inquire. The public license has to be signed by 1-2 witnesses, whereas the confidential license does not require witnesses to sign (other than the Officiant).

What are the benefits of a civil wedding? Having the opportunity to design every part of your ceremony without restrictions. In a civil ceremony you are able to choose what traditions or rituals you want to use without the ceremony being lengthy or oversimplified. Your personal values are what will make your ceremony unique. Your specific spiritual beliefs will also be incorporated if you choose.

What are the benefits of getting married outside the county clerk’s/courthouse?

• Personalized wedding script
• Intimate setting
• At your desired location and without restrictions
• At your desired date and time
• No office lines
• No meters or restricted paid parking
• Large or small ceremony accessibility
• Your personal traditions and cultural practices observed
• Able to meet in advance with your officiant to talk about your personal requests
• Inclusion of a wedding party
• Selection in ceremonial packages through your wedding officiant
• Rehearsal availability
• Allowed to have several people attend your ceremony (including your pets!)
• Vendor connections between Officiant, DJ, Photographer, Wedding Planner, etc.
• Photography availability

 Benefits of booking Me as your Officiant:

• For custom ceremonies I provide 3+ hrs of work to make your ceremony memorable; starting from the day we meet, to writing the script, performing the ceremony, and filing your marriage license.
• I personalize the script to make it unique.
• I plan the entire ceremony with you during our consultation.
• I can help you write your vows or provide examples.
• You have the option to review the script beforehand.
• I will always be cordial, efficient and resourceful.
• You can contact me throughout your wedding process.
• I coordinate your wedding party the day of the ceremony.
• I coordinate the ceremony services to line up with your vendors.
• I’ll Officiate your ceremony in the most professional and organized way.
• I’ll personally register the Fresno marriage license (other counties mailed in).