Union County Marriage License Records

Union County marriage licenses are issued by the County Clerk in Liberty, Indiana. Union County is one of Indiana's smallest counties, but the process is the same as everywhere else in the state. Both applicants must appear in person, bring valid ID, pay the fee, and pick up the license from the clerk's office on West Union Street in Liberty. This page covers the full process and links to the Indiana Courts free marriage record search tool.

Union County Clerk Office

Susan Ray serves as the Union County Clerk. Her office in Liberty handles all marriage license applications for the county. It is a small office with a small staff, so calling ahead is wise. The office can help you apply, search records, and get copies of past marriage license documents from Union County.

The state government page for the Union County Clerk is at in.gov/counties/union/departments/clerk/. Check there for current information. Both applicants must show up together at the Liberty office under IC 31-11-4-3.

The Indiana Courts marriage license application page at courts.in.gov/marriage has state-level guidance that applies to Union County. You can use the pre-application tool there before your in-person visit in Liberty.

Note: Union County is a small county with limited office staffing. Call (765) 458-6121 before your visit to confirm the clerk is available and that no special requirements apply that day.

Applying for a Union County Marriage License

Both people must go to the Union County Clerk's office in Liberty at the same time. Indiana law under IC 31-11-4-3 requires joint in-person appearance. You cannot send someone else, apply by mail, or submit paperwork online. Set a time when both of you are free on a weekday. The office closes at 4:00 PM, so arrive with enough time to complete your application.

There is no waiting period in Indiana. As soon as the Union County Clerk issues your marriage license, you can use it. Under IC 31-11-4-10, it stays valid for 60 days. Do not apply too far ahead of the wedding date. If the license expires, you have to start over and pay again. Plan so your wedding falls within the 60-day window.

Indiana Courts lets you start your application online at courts.in.gov/marriage. This pre-application collects some basic info before your visit to Liberty. Both of you still need to show up in person to complete the process.

No blood test is needed. No residency requirement applies. You can apply for a Union County marriage license even if you live outside the county or the state. Your license is valid anywhere in Indiana once issued.

What to Bring to the Union County Clerk

Each applicant needs valid photo ID. Indiana accepts driver's licenses, state IDs, passports, and military IDs. A birth certificate paired with a separate photo ID also works. Your Social Security number must be provided on the application under IC 31-11-4-1. The physical card is not required. Just know your number and write it on the form at the Union County Clerk's office.

If either person has been married before, that marriage must be legally ended. Bring a certified copy of the divorce decree or a death certificate. The clerk will review it before issuing your license. Under IC 31-11-1-4, you must be 18 or older to apply on your own. Applicants between 16 and 17 need a parent or guardian to come with them and give written consent. Indiana does not issue marriage licenses to anyone under 16. Have all documents ready before you go to the Liberty office. Missing paperwork means another trip.

Union County Marriage License Fees

Union County fees for marriage licenses fall within the range of $18 to $25 for Indiana residents and $60 to $65 for out-of-state applicants. Call (765) 458-6121 to confirm the exact current fee before your visit. Ask also about accepted payment forms. Some small county offices prefer cash. Knowing ahead of time saves trouble when you arrive in Liberty.

Fees are non-refundable once the clerk processes your application. If your license expires before the ceremony, you will need to apply again and pay again.

Search Union County Marriage License Records

The Indiana Courts system offers free public access to marriage license records from 1993 onward. You can search Union County at public.courts.in.gov/MLPL by name and county. This tool works for confirming a marriage took place or for finding basic record details without paying for a certified copy.

Certified copies of Union County marriage certificates are available through the Indiana State Department of Health. You can also order online through VitalChek. For records predating 1993, the Indiana State Library digital archive has historical vital records. The Union County Clerk in Liberty can also assist with older records requests.

Indiana Law and Union County Marriage Licenses

After your ceremony, the officiant must return the signed Union County marriage license to the clerk within 30 days. This is required by IC 31-11-11-1. The officiant signs and completes ceremony details under IC 31-11-4-11. The Union County Clerk then records the marriage permanently under IC 31-11-4-18. Under IC 31-11-6-1, the person performing the ceremony must be legally authorized in Indiana. This includes ordained ministers, judges, and mayors. If you are unsure whether your officiant is authorized, ask the Union County Clerk before the wedding day.

Cities in Union County

Union County is a small county with Liberty as the county seat. All marriage license applications are handled at the County Clerk's office in Liberty.

Communities in Union County include Liberty, College Corner, and Brownsville. None meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page. All residents apply for marriage licenses at the Union County Clerk at 26 W Union St in Liberty.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Union County. If your address is near a county line, verify which county clerk you should visit for your marriage license.