Conecuh County Marriage License Records

Marriage licenses in Conecuh County are filed at the Probate Court in Evergreen. About 12,000 people live in this south-central Alabama county. The standard recording fee is $80. A unique feature: the Probate Judge performs wedding ceremonies for couples who want one. The total cost with ceremony is $98.

Conecuh County Probate Court Office

The Probate Court handles all marriage licenses in Conecuh County. The office is in the courthouse in Evergreen. This small city is the county seat. The courthouse is downtown.

Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The court closes for state holidays. No appointment is needed for filing. For ceremonies, you may want to call ahead. Walk-ins are welcome for standard filing.

Note: Conecuh County uses the Ingenuity platform for some online services.

Conecuh County Marriage License Fees

The standard recording fee in Conecuh County is $80. This is slightly above the state average. If you want the judge to perform a ceremony, the total is $98. The ceremony adds $18.

The fee covers recording, state filing, and one certified copy. The base court fee is $10. The state adds $60 for the Domestic Violence Trust Fund. Additional local fees bring the standard total to $80.

Payment methods include cash and checks. Ask about credit and debit cards. For mail requests, send a check or money order to Conecuh County Probate Court.

Extra certified copies cost about $5 each. Get several when you file. They are useful for name changes and other legal matters.

How to File in Conecuh County

Filing a marriage license in Conecuh County follows standard Alabama rules. The process is simple. You can add a ceremony if you want.

First, get the form. Download it from dph1.adph.state.al.us/marriage. The form must be typed. Both parties fill out their sections. Print after completing.

To file in Conecuh County, bring these items:

• Completed marriage license form (typed)
• Valid photo ID for both parties
• Notarized signatures from both parties
• $80 recording fee (or $98 with ceremony)
• Social Security numbers

Both people sign in front of an Alabama notary. The notary stamps and signs. Complete this before visiting the courthouse.

Bring everything to the Probate Court. The clerk reviews your form. If complete, they file it right away. You get a certified copy. The process takes about 15 to 20 minutes.

File within 30 days of the last signature. Your marriage is valid from that date.

Ceremonies in Conecuh County

Conecuh County offers wedding ceremonies at the courthouse. The Probate Judge performs them. This is optional. Alabama law does not require a ceremony. But if you want one, Conecuh County provides the option.

The ceremony costs $18 on top of the $80 recording fee. Total cost is $98. The ceremony is simple and official. It happens at the courthouse. The judge says the words. You are married.

Here is what to know about Conecuh County ceremonies:

• Cost: $18 ceremony fee plus $80 recording fee ($98 total)
• Location: Conecuh County Courthouse
• Call ahead to schedule a time
• Bring witnesses if you want them
• The ceremony is brief but official

Remember, the ceremony is not legally required. Your marriage is valid when you sign the form and file it. The ceremony is for personal reasons. Some couples value the tradition. Others skip it. The choice is yours.

Call (251) 578-1221 to ask about ceremony availability. Staff can tell you when the judge is available and how to schedule.

Can You Search Conecuh County Records Online?

Conecuh County uses the Ingenuity platform for some online services. Online access to marriage records may be available. Check the county website for their portal.

To search for specific records, call (251) 578-1221. Staff can look up names and dates. They can tell you if a record exists. For certified copies, you may need to visit or mail a request.

The state also keeps records. Alabama Center for Health Statistics has marriage records from 1936 forward. Order through VitalChek at vitalchek.com. The fee is $15 for search and first copy.

For genealogy, try FamilySearch.org. They have digitized Alabama marriage records. Access is free with an account.

Marriage License Laws in Alabama

Alabama changed its marriage laws in 2019. Marriage licenses are gone. The state uses licenses now. No ceremony is required. No officiant is needed.

Alabama Code Section 30-1-9.1 set up the new system. Your marriage is valid when both sign and the form is recorded. File within 30 days.

Under Section 30-1-4, you must be 16 or older. Ages 16-17 need parental consent per Section 30-1-5.

Marriage records are public under Section 22-9A-21. Anyone can request copies.

After divorce, wait 60 days to remarry. Conecuh County follows this rule.

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Cities in Conecuh County

Conecuh County is rural with a few small towns. Evergreen is the county seat and largest community. Castleberry and Repton are other small towns. All residents file at the Probate Court in Evergreen.

Evergreen has about 3,500 residents. No city in Conecuh County has a population over 50,000. For marriage services, everyone uses the courthouse in Evergreen.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Conecuh County. You can file in any Alabama county. Consider nearby options based on convenience.