How to Find Maryland Marriage Records

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How To Find U.S. Marriage Records How To Find District of Columbia Marriage Records

Finding District of Columbia Marriage Records

In 1801, District of Columbia was created from the states of Virginia and Maryland. Statewide registration of marriages began in 1811.

Next Step: When did the marriage occur?		Marriage Records Choose a time period: Before 1811 1811 to 1950 1951 to Present Marriage year unknown

Before 1811, no marriages were recorded by the District. For records before 1801, search Virginia and Maryland records also.

If you cannot locate your ancestor in the databases below, try searching for marriage information in other records.

1. Look first in	2. Then search
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District of Columbia Marriage Database - Includes Index and Digital Images
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	District of Columbia Marriages, 1811-1950	Free; name index with images online at FamilySearch. Click "View Image" to see a copy of the original record.
Can't find your ancestor in the online index?		Tips for searching online indexes
No marriage record for your ancestor?		Search for Gretna Greens-- locations away from the home county where marriage laws were less restrictive. Other records with marriage information

Marriage Records on Microfilm
District marriage records are available on microfilm at your local Family Search Center. Use the Family History Library Catalog (FHLC) to see what is available.

Order a copy of the original marriage record
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	Order a copy of the license from the District of Columbia Superior Court ($)	You must provide full names, maiden names, and date of the marriage. Plain copies are less expensive than certified copies. Indexes and copies are available on microfilm thru 1986. See Marriage Records on Microfilm below. You may order a copy in person or by mail. Clerk of the Superior Court of Washington D.C. 500 Indiana Ave NW, Room 2500 Washington, D.C. 20001
No marriage record for your ancestor?		Search for Gretna Greens-- locations away from the home county where marriage laws were less restrictive. Other records with marriage information

Marriage Records on Microfilm
Distict marriage records are available on microfilm at your local Family Search Center. Use the Family History Library Catalog (FHLC) to see what is available.