Evans County Marriage License

Marriage license applications in Evans County are filed at the Probate Court in Claxton. Evans County is a small county in southeast Georgia. The probate court processes marriage licenses along with other legal filings like estate matters and guardianships. It is the only office in the county authorized to issue marriage licenses. Both applicants must visit in person with valid identification. The court handles walk-ins during business hours, and the process is usually quick given the smaller volume of applications this office sees.

Evans County Probate Court Details

The Evans County Probate Court in Claxton issues marriage licenses for the county. The office is inside the Evans County Courthouse. The staff processes applications during regular hours and can help guide you through the paperwork.

Claxton is a small town, and the courthouse is easy to find. Street parking is usually available nearby. Since this is a smaller office, there is rarely a long wait for marriage license applications.

If you have questions about what to bring, call ahead at (912) 739-3868. The staff can advise you on any special requirements for your situation.

Marriage License Requirements for Evans County

Both applicants must appear together at the court. You cannot apply alone or have someone else do it for you. Each person must bring a valid photo ID such as a driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID.

If either person has been married before, you need proof that the prior marriage ended. Bring a certified copy of the final divorce decree or a death certificate. The court requires the certified version, not a photocopy.

You must be 18 or older. Persons aged 17 can apply only with a court order of emancipation. Georgia does not require a blood test. There is no waiting period at all. You can use the online application portal to fill out the form ahead of time. Print it and bring it to the Evans County courthouse.

Any Georgia resident can apply in any county. If neither applicant is a Georgia resident, you must apply in the county where the ceremony will be held.

Evans County Marriage License Fees

A marriage license in Evans County costs $56. If you bring a premarital counseling certificate, the fee goes down to $16. The counseling must be at least six hours and done within 12 months of your application date.

The $40 discount is set by state law. Programs from licensed counselors, clergy, or approved online providers qualify. Have the signed completion certificate ready when you file your application.

Call (912) 739-3868 to check on payment methods. Some rural courts accept only cash or checks. Confirming this before your trip can save you time and frustration.

Evans County Marriage License Online

The Georgia.gov marriage license page provides an overview of the marriage license process across all Georgia counties.

Review this state resource before you head to the courthouse in Claxton. It covers the basics of ID requirements, fees, and what happens after the ceremony.

After the Wedding in Evans County

The officiant signs the marriage license after the ceremony. Return the signed document to the Evans County Probate Court within 30 days. You can drop it off in person or mail it to the courthouse.

After recording, the court mails a certified marriage certificate to you. This takes a few weeks. If 45 days go by and you have not received your certificate, call (912) 739-3868 to check on it. Make a personal copy of the signed license before you return it.

Search Evans County Marriage Records

Evans County marriage records are stored at the Probate Court. Contact the office to request a certified copy or verify a record. The Georgia Probate Records search tool provides online access to some records.

State records from June 1952 to August 1996 are available from the Georgia Department of Public Health. For records outside that date range, the Evans County Probate Court is the place to check.

Nearby Counties

Evans County is in southeast Georgia and borders several other counties. Georgia residents can get a marriage license at any county probate court.