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1. Is there a charge for weddings?

No. The judges cannot accept gratuities.

2. Can weddings be performed at times other than normal schedule?

The couple can submit a request to Magistrate Court and the request will be given to a judge for consideration.

3. Can weddings be performed for people who speak Spanish?

The judges can perform weddings in Spanish using a court-provided transcript. However, bringing an interpreter to these ceremonies is still highly recommended for the couple, as the court does not provide interpretation services for weddings at this time. The judges do not have a script for weddings in other languages at present.

4. Does our Marriage License have to be from Athens-Clarke County Probate Court?

No. To schedule the wedding ceremony, each couple must present a valid Marriage License issued by any Probate Court in the state of Georgia.

5. How many guests can come to our wedding?

We should be able to accommodate 20 guests plus the couple.

6. Can children attend our wedding?

Yes. Please note that children will count towards the 20-person guest count.

7. Is the couple required to have a witness?

No.

8. Can the couple bring their own vows/script?

This is at the discretion of the judge as to how the ceremony proceeds, but the couple is welcome to bring the vows/script with them to the ceremony.

9. Is there any need for special dress, rings, etc.?

No. These things are entirely up to the parties.

10. Can pictures be taken in the ceremony?

Although pictures cannot generally be taken in the courthouse, typically the judges will allow pictures in the courtroom during the ceremony.