Ohhh those lovable
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1. When should I get my license? |
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Marriage in Minnesota is state controlled, but
managed by the county. |
Licenses are only good for six months. I always suggest you get your license no sooner than three month before
your wedding: This gives you leeway in either direction in case of
the unforeseeable.
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2. Where can I get my license? |
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Your Minnesota marriage license can be purchased
in any county and used in any county. |
In any county in Minnesota, at the same facility for any license
renewal, Drivers, Auto Tabs etc.
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3. What does a license cost? |
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There is no office of
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE |
$100. But with the pre-marital counseling discount its $30. with a $5.
filing fee.
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4. I just want a JP to perform my wedding.... |
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The only thing a minister or judge needs to hear
in order to sign your license is that you each are "freely entering into the
marriage" |
There are no Justice of the Peace in Minnesota. The office was
abolished around 1935. You must be married by a Minister or a Judge.
Anyone calling themselves a JP is either an internet ordained Minister or
faking it.
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5. How do I know the minister I select to
perform my wedding is real? |
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Officiant tipping is at Bride and Groom discretion.
A good beginning is $50.
I have been tipped up to two hundred dollars. Tipping is
also a privilege of your parents and attendants. I mention this because I am
often asked, "My mom wants to know.."
$25 each for
string quartets
$50. for the DJ
Most cake and
floral delivery $10 to $20
Again All Tipping is at your
discretion
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All religious affiliated persons performing weddings must register with
the state (through the county). The county then records the persons
name in the registry and provides the person with the page and book
in which they are registered. You can ask the person you want to hire for
that information, call the county and confirm that they are registered.
Denominations don't count because the nation is founded
on religious freedom.
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6. What should I expect from a minister? |
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This depends on what you are paying. I
have heard of inexpensive ministers who show up on the day, do a short
wedding of their own. Get paid and depart. Amazing Grace provided
complete services and believes any one charging like prices should also. |
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7. What if my officiant doesn't do rehearsals? |
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Pick up a copy of the Perfect Wedding DVD
on this web site |
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