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What is the marriage license age requirement in Marion County?

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Direct answer

In Marion County, both applicants must be at least 18 years old. A license is also refused if either applicant is under the influence of drugs or alcohol when applying, if the applicants are more closely related than second cousins (unless both are first cousins aged at least 65), or if either has been judged of unsound mind and the adjudication has not been removed. A lifetime sex or violent offender must file a sworn affidavit of notice to law enforcement.

Published rule and conditions

Marriage license age requirements
Both applicants must be at least 18 years old.

A license is also refused if either applicant is under the influence of drugs or alcohol when applying, if the applicants are more closely related than second cousins (unless both are first cousins aged at least 65), or if either has been judged of unsound mind and the adjudication has not been removed. A lifetime sex or violent offender must file a sworn affidavit of notice to law enforcement.

Official requirement

The Clerk can issue a marriage license if: Both applicants are eighteen (18) years of age or older

Issuing office

Marion County Clerk's Office, Marriage License Division

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Official sources for this answer

  • Marriage LicensesMarion County Clerk's Office - checked July 26, 2026

    To obtain your marriage license, you must complete two steps. First, you will complete the online application. Second, you must come into the office to complete your application review and pay the application fee. Both applicants must present physical, unexpired identification documentation. A marriage license is valid for 60 days. The fee for Indiana residents is $25; out-of-state residents pay $65.

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