Warrick County Marriage License Records

Warrick County marriage licenses are issued at the County Clerk's office in Boonville, Indiana. Located in southwestern Indiana near Evansville, Warrick County follows the same marriage license process as the rest of the state. Both applicants go to the clerk's office together, present their documents, pay the fee, and pick up the license the same day. This guide covers the full process and links to the Indiana Courts database where you can search marriage license records for free.

Warrick County Clerk Office

The Warrick County Clerk's office is at 1 County Square, Suite 200, in Boonville. This is the main courthouse address for the county. The clerk processes all marriage license applications for Warrick County and keeps a permanent record of every license issued. The office can be reached at (812) 897-6160 on weekdays.

The county website at warrickcounty.gov has current contact details and may have updates about the application process. Check there before your visit to Boonville. Both applicants must show up together under IC 31-11-4-3. The office is open 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM weekdays.

The screenshot above shows the Warrick County government website at warrickcounty.gov. That site has the latest contact details for the clerk's office in Boonville.

How to Apply for a Warrick County Marriage License

Both people getting married must go to the Warrick County Clerk's office in Boonville at the same time. Indiana law under IC 31-11-4-3 requires joint in-person appearance. There is no way to apply by mail or online. You must both be there together.

Indiana has no waiting period. The Warrick County Clerk issues the marriage license during your visit. Under IC 31-11-4-10, the license is valid for 60 days from the date of issue. Do not apply too far ahead of your ceremony. If the license expires, you need to reapply and pay the fee again. Plan to apply within 60 days of the wedding date.

The Indiana Courts pre-application at courts.in.gov/marriage lets you fill in some details online before your visit. This helps speed things up at the Boonville office. You still need to appear in person with your documents and pay in person.

No blood test is required in Indiana. There is no county residency requirement for Warrick County. Anyone can apply there, even if they live in Vanderburgh or another neighboring county. The license is valid anywhere in the state.

Note: Warrick County borders Vanderburgh County, where Evansville is located. Some residents near the county line may be closer to the Vanderburgh County Clerk in Evansville. Check your home address to confirm which county applies to you.

Required Documents for a Warrick County Marriage License

Each applicant must bring valid photo ID. Indiana accepts driver's licenses, state IDs, passports, and military IDs. A birth certificate combined with a photo ID also works. Both people must provide Social Security numbers on the application under IC 31-11-4-1. The physical card is not required, just the number.

If either person was previously married, that marriage must be legally over. Bring a certified copy of the divorce decree or death certificate. The Warrick County Clerk will check it before issuing the license. Under IC 31-11-1-4, both applicants must be 18 or older. Those who are 16 or 17 need a parent or legal guardian present to give written consent. Indiana does not issue marriage licenses to anyone under 16.

Documents to bring to the Warrick County Clerk in Boonville:

• Valid government photo ID for each applicant
• Social Security number for each applicant
• Certified divorce decree or death certificate if previously married
• Parental consent if either applicant is 16 or 17
• Payment ($25 for Indiana residents, $65 for out-of-state residents)

Warrick County Marriage License Fees

Indiana residents pay $25.00 for a Warrick County marriage license. Out-of-state applicants pay $65.00. These fees are set by state law and are non-refundable once the application is processed. Call (812) 897-6160 before your trip to Boonville to ask about accepted payment types. Know whether you need cash, a check, or a card ahead of time.

Search Warrick County Marriage License Records

The Indiana Courts free public database at public.courts.in.gov/MLPL includes Warrick County marriage license records from 1993 onward. Search by name and county. This tool is free to use and covers all Indiana counties including Warrick. It is a good starting point if you need to confirm a license was issued or find basic information about a specific marriage record.

Certified copies of Warrick County marriage certificates are available through the Indiana State Department of Health. Online ordering is available through VitalChek. For records predating 1993, the Indiana State Library digital archive has historical vital records from across Indiana including Warrick County.

Indiana Marriage License Laws in Warrick County

All Indiana counties including Warrick follow Title 31 of the Indiana Code for marriage licenses. After the ceremony, the officiant must sign the license and return it to the Warrick County Clerk within 30 days under IC 31-11-11-1. The officiant fills in ceremony details under IC 31-11-4-11. The clerk records it permanently under IC 31-11-4-18. The person marrying you must be authorized by Indiana law under IC 31-11-6-1. Contact the Warrick County Clerk at (812) 897-6160 if you have questions about your officiant's qualifications.

Cities in Warrick County

Warrick County includes Boonville and several growing communities in southwestern Indiana. All marriage license applications for Warrick County residents are handled at the County Clerk's office in Boonville.

Communities in Warrick County include Boonville, Newburgh, Chandler, and Elberfeld. None meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page. All residents apply at the Warrick County Clerk at 1 County Square, Suite 200 in Boonville.

Nearby Counties

These Indiana counties border Warrick County. If you are close to a county line, verify your address before visiting a clerk's office.