Jurisdiction-first rule
- Officiants must verify state/county requirements before every ceremony.
- Church guidance is informational and does not replace clerk/court direction.
Policy library
Marriage Officiant Policy
Operational expectations for officiants performing ceremonies.
Policy sections
Ceremony records
- Maintain accurate ceremony logs and filing confirmation status.
- Escalate uncertain legal requirements to admin review before proceeding.
Client communication standard
- Use clear disclaimers around legal filing responsibilities.
- Avoid legal advice beyond procedural guidance sourced from official agencies.
Not legal advice: This page is informational operational guidance. Confirm requirements directly with the local clerk, court, or statute source before any ceremony.