Find Talladega County Marriage Licenses

Talladega County marriage licenses are filed at the Probate Court. The county seat is in the city of Talladega. This area is known for the NASCAR Superspeedway. A Sylacauga annex office also serves residents. This guide explains how to file and find marriage records in Talladega County.

Talladega County Probate Court Office

The main Probate Court is in downtown Talladega. This is the county seat. The courthouse is on the historic square. Staff handle marriage licenses, wills, and other probate matters. The office is easy to find and has parking nearby.

Talladega County also has a satellite office in Sylacauga. This serves residents in the southern part of the county. Check with the main office about what services the annex offers. Some services may only be at the main courthouse.

Note: Call ahead to confirm hours and services at the Sylacauga annex.

Talladega County Marriage License Fees

The recording fee in Talladega County is $79. This is the total cost to file your marriage license. The fee includes the $60 for the Domestic Violence Trust Fund. You pay this when you submit your form.

Talladega County accepts cash and checks. Credit and debit cards may work with a service fee. Ask the clerk about payment options. Money orders are also accepted. Bring the exact amount if you can.

Certified copies cost extra. The first copy is about $5 to $6. More copies cost less each. Order copies when you file or come back later. Many couples get several copies for their records.

Note: Fees may change. Call (256) 362-4175 to confirm the current fee before your visit.

How to File in Talladega County

Filing a marriage license in Talladega County follows state rules. Alabama no longer uses marriage licenses. Couples fill out a marriage license form and file it at a Probate Court. Talladega County handles filings at the main courthouse.

Start by getting the form. Go to the Alabama Department of Public Health website at dph1.adph.state.al.us/marriage/. Download and print the form. You must type the information. Handwritten forms are not accepted.

Both people fill out their sections. Then both sign the form. After signing, you need a notary to witness and stamp both signatures. The notary must be licensed in Alabama. Banks, shipping stores, and some offices have notaries. The Probate Court staff may not be able to notarize your form.

To file your marriage license in Talladega County, bring these items:

• Completed marriage license form (typed)
• Both signatures notarized by an Alabama notary
• Valid photo ID for each person
• $79 for the recording fee

You have 30 days after the last signature to file. If you wait too long, the form expires. The marriage is legal on the date of the last signature, not the filing date. Filing makes it an official record.

Processing is quick. The clerk reviews your form while you wait. If it is correct, they record it on the spot. You can get certified copies right away. Most visits take 15 to 30 minutes.

Can You Search Talladega Records Online?

Yes, Talladega County uses the Ingenuity system. This gives some online access to probate records. You can search for basic info from home. For full documents, you may need to contact the office or visit in person.

The state also keeps copies of all marriage licenses. The Alabama Department of Public Health has records from 1936 on. You can order copies through VitalChek at vitalchek.com. This works for any Alabama county.

For older records, contact the Probate Court directly. Staff can search by name and date. Bring as much info as you can. Full names and approximate dates help speed up the search.

Talladega County NASCAR

Talladega County is famous for the Talladega Superspeedway. This is one of the biggest NASCAR tracks in the country. Races bring thousands of fans to the area. Some couples visit for races and file their marriage licenses here.

The track is north of the city of Talladega. It hosts several major races each year. Race weekends are busy times for the county. Hotels fill up. Traffic increases. If you plan to file during a race weekend, expect more activity in town.

The Superspeedway opened in 1969. It has been a major attraction ever since. The track is known for high speeds and close finishes. Fans come from all over the country to watch races.

If you are visiting for a race and want to get married, you can file at the Talladega County Probate Court. The fee is $79. The office is in downtown Talladega, about 15 miles from the track. Plan your visit for a weekday if you want to avoid crowds.

Talladega County Sylacauga Annex

Talladega County has an annex office in Sylacauga. This city is in the southern part of the county. The annex helps residents who live far from the main courthouse. It offers some county services closer to home.

Sylacauga is known for its marble. The area has large marble deposits. The city calls itself the Marble City. It has a nice downtown with shops and restaurants.

Before visiting the Sylacauga annex, call the main Probate Court at (256) 362-4175. Ask what services are available there. Some services may only be at the main courthouse. Staff can tell you if you can file your marriage license at the annex.

Marriage License Laws in Alabama

Alabama changed its marriage laws in 2019. The state stopped using marriage licenses. Now couples file a marriage license. This is unique to Alabama. No other state works this way.

Alabama Code Section 30-1-9.1 sets the rules. You must complete the state form, have both signatures notarized, and file within 30 days. No ceremony is needed. No officiant is needed. The notarized form creates the marriage.

Age rules come from Section 30-1-4. You must be at least 16 to marry in Alabama. If you are 16 or 17, a parent must give consent. The consent must be in a notarized affidavit.

Marriage records are public in Alabama. Section 22-9A-21 says anyone can request copies. You do not need to be a party to the marriage. This makes records easy to access.

After a divorce, you must wait 60 days before you can marry again. This is state law.

Cities in Talladega County

Talladega County has several cities and towns. All residents file marriage licenses at the Probate Court. The main office is in Talladega. The Sylacauga annex may offer some services.

Major cities include Talladega, Sylacauga, Lincoln, and Childersburg. Talladega is the county seat. Sylacauga is the largest city in the county. Lincoln is near the Talladega Superspeedway. Childersburg claims to be the oldest city in the state.

There are no cities in Talladega County over 50,000. The nearest large city is Birmingham, about 50 miles west. Residents can also file in Birmingham or any other Alabama county if that is more convenient.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Talladega County. You can file your marriage license in any Alabama county. Pick the one that works best for you.

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