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civil court wedding is a marriage ceremony performed by a judge or clerk
of court serving in a clerk magistrate capacity. These ceremonies
are performed at the local courthouse, by appointment with the clerk’s
office.
WHEN ARE CIVIL WEDDINGS PERFORMED?
It is our policy to perform wedding ceremonies in the courthouse or on
courthouse grounds during regular work hours. Office hours are
listed below:
Office hours: Monday-Friday
8:00-5:00
– Butte, Lawrence, Meade and Perkins Counties
Office hours: Monday-Friday 9:30-2:30 – Corson, Dewey, Harding and
Ziebach
Counties
Depending on court activity, an appointment is preferred. You may
be asked to return at another time if you do not have an appointment.
IS THERE A FEE?
Yes, South Dakota law requires a fee of $20. This is in addition
to the fee you will pay for a marriage license. No tips or
gratuities will be accepted by the person performing the ceremony.
WHAT MUST I BRING TO THE CEREMONY?
Your South Dakota marriage license and photographic identification is
all that is required. Two witnesses (also with identification)
will be needed to sign the certificate.
WHERE DO WE GET THE MARRIAGE LICENSE?
You can obtain a marriage license from any county Register of Deeds in
South Dakota. There is a fee for issuing the license, and once it
is obtained, the marriage must take place within 20 days or the license
becomes void. Contact the Register of Deeds for more information
about age, consent, and other specific requirements for obtaining the
license.
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