How do I get a copy of my marriage license in Maine?

How do I get a copy of my marriage license in Maine?

You may order copies of Maine vital records through VitalChek on an expedited basis. Maine Vital Records issues certified and non certified copies of Maine marriage records of individuals who were married within Maine from 1892-present.

How do I get a certified copy of my divorce decree in Maine?

Mail. To apply for a certified copy of a divorce record via mail, download and complete a Vital Record Application Form with the full names of the divorced parties including maiden name. A requester would also need the divorce date and the county where the divorce was completed.

Are birth records public in Maine?

The vital statistics are often arranged by family. Vital records prior to 1892 are (by law in effect as of September 2011) open to the public; anyone may purchase a copy. [NOTE: See the article “Accessing Vital Records in Maine” on the Maine Genealogical Society website for complete information.]

How to get a marriage license in Maine?

How to Get a Marriage License. The couple must visit the town office in person to apply for the marriage license. You may want to check your town’s website for information. If both of you are residents of the state of Maine, you should both apply at the town office where at least one of you is a resident.

Can I get married in Maine if I live in another state?

If you are both residents of Maine but live in separate municipalities, you can have your marriage intentions recorded by the Clerk in either municipality. If one is a Maine resident and one is not, you must file in the municipality of the Maine resident.

Do I need parental consent to get married in Maine?

Written parental consent and written consent of a judge are required for an applicant under 16. No blood test is required. You may want to check with the municipal clerk where you are filing before-hand to find out what that municipality’s policies are. The following individuals are authorized to perform marriages in Maine:

How do I request a birth certificate in Maine?

Name on the birth record. Date of birth. Name of city/town the birth occurred in. The names of the parents – please use the mother’s maiden name. State your relationship to the name on the birth record being requested. Please include a daytime telephone number. Please make the check payable to: “Treasurer – State of Maine”.