Deputy Commissioner of Civil Marriages
Have a friend or family member perform your wedding
The Marin County Clerk’s Office can appoint a friend or family member to perform your wedding ceremony. This is a one-time appointment for one specific event.
To be deputized, the person must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Apply in person at the County Clerk’s Office
- Marriage license must have been purchased from the Marin County Clerk’s Office
Location:
Marin County Civic Center
Room 234, 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA
Hours for deputization:
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fee: $60
Related
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Getting Married at the Civic Center
Civil wedding ceremonies are performed by the County Clerk’s Office by a Deputy Commissioner of Civil Marriages.
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Applying for a Marriage License
To obtain a public or confidential marriage license, you must go to the County Clerk's Office with your intended spouse.