Find Harrison County Marriage License Records

Harrison County marriage licenses are issued by the Clerk's Office in Corydon, Indiana. If you need to apply for a marriage license or search existing records in Harrison County, this page walks you through what to bring, what to pay, and how the process works under Indiana law.

Harrison County Clerk's Office

The Harrison County Clerk's Office handles marriage license applications for all residents and couples planning to marry in this county. The clerk's office sits in Corydon, which served as Indiana's first state capital. Staff at this office can answer questions about the application process, explain what forms of ID are accepted, and let you know if your documents meet the requirements under Indiana law.

Harrison County has two locations for clerk services. The main address is at 300 North Capitol Ave., Room #203, Corydon. A second location at 1445 Gardner Lane, NW, Room #3126 also handles county business. Both locations serve the same county. Call ahead if you are unsure which one handles marriage licenses on a given day. The phone numbers are (812) 738-4289 for the main office and (812) 738-8149 for the secondary location.

How to Apply for a Harrison County Marriage License

Applying for a Harrison County marriage license requires both people to come in together. You cannot send one person alone or mail in the application. Indiana Code IC 31-11-4-3 requires both applicants to appear in person before the clerk. This is the law statewide, and Harrison County follows it the same as every other Indiana county.

Before your visit, you can save time by filling out the online pre-application at courts.in.gov/marriage. This does not replace the in-person visit, but it lets you enter your information ahead of time so the clerk can process your application faster when you arrive. Many couples find it helps to avoid errors and keeps the appointment short.

When you arrive, the clerk will verify your identities, collect the fee, and issue the license. You can get married the same day. There is no waiting period in Indiana. Under IC 31-11-4-10, the license is valid for 60 days from the date it is issued. If your wedding falls outside that window, you will need to apply again.

Note: Harrison County does not require an appointment for marriage license applications, but office hours end at 4:00 PM, so plan to arrive well before closing time.

What to Bring to the Harrison County Clerk

You need to bring valid identification when you apply for a Harrison County marriage license. A driver's license or state-issued ID is the most common form of ID accepted. If you do not have one of those, bring a certified copy of your birth certificate along with a photo ID. A passport also works. The key is that your ID must show your date of birth and current legal name.

Indiana requires a Social Security Number for marriage license applications under state law. You do not have to bring your Social Security card, but you do need to know your number. The clerk will record it as part of your application. If you have been married before, you must provide the date your last marriage ended. This means the date of your divorce decree or the date your spouse passed away. Bring a certified copy of the divorce decree or death certificate to confirm that date.

Age rules matter too. Both applicants must be at least 18 years old under IC 31-11-1-4. If either person is between 16 and 17, parental consent is required. Under that age, a court order is needed. Harrison County does not allow anyone under 16 to marry regardless of consent.

Harrison County Marriage License Fees

The Indiana Judicial Branch captures the pre-application process on its courts portal, which Harrison County couples can access at courts.in.gov/marriage.

The screenshot above shows the state courts marriage license information page, which covers the pre-application steps that apply to Harrison County as well as every other Indiana county.

The fee for a Harrison County marriage license is $25.00 for Indiana residents. If neither applicant lives in Indiana, the fee is $65.00. Additional document fees may apply in some cases. The clerk's office can tell you the exact total when you arrive. Cash, check, or money order are commonly accepted. Call (812) 738-4289 to confirm payment methods before your visit.

Certified copies of a marriage license cost extra. These copies are sometimes needed for name change requests, insurance updates, or legal filings. The fee is typically $4.00 per certified copy. It is a good idea to get at least two certified copies when you pick up the license, since many agencies require their own copy rather than a photocopy of one.

Search Harrison County Marriage License Records

Indiana offers a free statewide marriage license lookup tool. The Marriage License Public Lookup at public.courts.in.gov covers records from 1993 to the present. You can search by name to find marriage license records from Harrison County and every other Indiana county. The results show the names of both parties, the county where the license was issued, and the date.

The search portal shown above is the tool that covers Harrison County marriage license records from 1993 onward. It is free to use and does not require an account.

For records that predate 1993, contact the Harrison County Clerk's Office directly. Staff can search older paper records by name or date. The Indiana State Library also maintains historical records through its digital archive at digital.statelib.lib.in.us/legacy. This is a good starting point for research that goes back many decades. Vital records for Indiana are also maintained by the Indiana State Department of Health through in.gov/health/vital-records/marriages.

Note: The statewide lookup tool shows license data but may not include the full record details. Contact the Harrison County Clerk's Office for a certified copy of any specific record.

After Your Harrison County Marriage License Is Issued

Once you get your Harrison County marriage license, you have 60 days to use it. Under IC 31-11-4-11, the person who performs your ceremony must return the signed license to the clerk's office within 30 days of the ceremony. This is required by law. The officiant, not the couple, is responsible for returning the license.

Anyone legally authorized to perform marriages in Indiana can officiate. This includes judges, magistrates, and ordained ministers. Under IC 31-11-6-1, the officiant must be authorized under Indiana law. Online ordinations through recognized organizations are generally accepted, but the officiant should confirm their status before performing the ceremony. Harrison County does not require witnesses to sign the license, though many ceremonies include them by tradition.

After the signed license is returned to the Harrison County Clerk's Office, it becomes a public record. Anyone can request a certified copy. The clerk maintains these records as part of the official files for Harrison County. If you need a copy for a name change, passport application, or other legal purpose, request one from the clerk at 300 North Capitol Ave., Room #203, Corydon.

Certified Copies of Harrison County Marriage Records

You can request certified copies of Harrison County marriage license records from the Clerk's Office in Corydon. These are official copies with a raised seal that carry legal weight. Most government agencies, banks, and legal offices require a certified copy rather than a plain photocopy.

To get a certified copy, visit the clerk's office in person or send a written request by mail. Include your full name, your spouse's full name, the date of marriage, and a check or money order for the fee. The fee is typically $4.00 per copy for Harrison County records. Call (812) 738-4289 to confirm the current fee and mailing address before sending your request.

You can also order certified Indiana marriage records through VitalChek, which serves as a partner for Indiana vital records. VitalChek charges a service fee in addition to the record fee. Processing times vary. If speed matters, visiting the Harrison County Clerk's Office in person is usually the fastest option.

Indiana Marriage Law in Harrison County

Harrison County marriage licenses are issued under Indiana's Title 31 family law statutes. The key rules include the requirement that both parties appear together under IC 31-11-4-3, the 60-day validity window under IC 31-11-4-10, and the age requirements under IC 31-11-1-4. Indiana has no waiting period between getting the license and getting married. You can marry the same day you pick up the Harrison County license.

Under IC 31-11-4-18, both applicants must affirm that no legal barrier exists to their marriage. The clerk will ask both parties to affirm this when you apply. Giving false information on a marriage license application is a criminal offense in Indiana. The clerk's role is to verify identities and eligibility, not to conduct background checks, but the legal obligation to be honest rests entirely with the applicants.

Once recorded, a Harrison County marriage record is a public document under Indiana law. Anyone may request a copy. The record stays in the files of the Harrison County Clerk's Office and is also transmitted to the Indiana State Department of Health, which maintains statewide vital records. You can reach ISDH at in.gov/health/vital-records/marriages.

Note: The Indiana MyCase portal at mycase.in.gov allows you to search court records by name, which can help locate marriage license filings and related court actions in Harrison County.

Cities in Harrison County

Harrison County includes Corydon, Crandall, Lanesville, Elizabeth, and several other small towns. All marriage license applications for residents of these communities go through the Harrison County Clerk's Office in Corydon. No cities in Harrison County meet the 25,000-population threshold for a dedicated city page, but the clerk's office serves all of them equally.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Harrison County. Each has its own clerk's office and marriage license process. If you live closer to one of these county seats, check whether you can apply there instead.