The individual can be a regularly licensed or ordained minister or any priest, imam, rabbi or similar official of any religious organization of any state. Further, neither the couple nor the two witnesses may officiate the wedding ceremony.Īn official of a religious organization is broadly defined in the law. A ship captain, unless meeting the qualifications above, is not authorized to perform marriages. Who can Perform the Marriage Ceremony: Washington State Law (RCW 26.04.050) specifies who can solemnize or officiate marriages, primarily justices, justices and commissioners of the courts and officials of religious organizations. Our marriage records can also be accessed at the Washington State Digital Archives or in our office. A certified copy of the marriage certificate is $3. To obtain a certified copy of a marriage certificate by mail, you will need to send a check payable to the Spokane County Auditor along with the names of each party at the time of application and the date of the marriage.
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