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We fully understand and appreciate the question. It's scary to trust someone you don't know with such an important document. I understand the importance of trust, and I'm happy to provide reassurance. I am a certified notary public in Alabama and hold a Gulf Shores business license, both of which can be verified. I'm happy to share those details with you directly, along with scheduling a phone call so you can get to know me better. While my online presence is newer, I have a long history of serving the community. My reviews on Wedding Wire, while addressing my service as a minister, shows that I'm committed to transparency and professionalism and treat every couple with the respect they deserve. I'm confident that after speaking with me, you'll feel comfortable entrusting me with your important documents.
When you book our services, we send you a link (by text or email) to an easy, intuitive questionnaire. You may fill it out on your mobile phone or computer at your leisure. It is safe and secure!
We prefer to meet you somewhere in our service area. We are semi-retired and work out of our home office. Our HOA can be ...um... picky. :). That having been said, in extenuating circumstances, we can make that happen. Just ask.
Yes. Alabama has no residency restrictions whatsoever. However, as of May 18, 2022, the law specifies that ONLY Notaries Public of Alabama may notarize Alabama Marriage Certificates. This means the Alabama Marriage Certificate can only be validated within the borders of the State of Alabama.
No. In August of 2019, the State of Alabama radically changed its laws and practices with regard to marriage. Alabama does not issues marriage licenses anymore and the courthouse will not fill out or notarize your marriage certificate. Even so, your certificate must be recorded with the Probate Judge for your marriage to be legal. With our complete package, we can do that for you as the only marriage department in Baldwin County is in Bay Minette and well over an hour drive one way from Gulf Shores.
We will be happy to help. The fee would be $150 ($10 discount).
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Yes. Alabama marriage certificates are legally recognized as valid in every state and most countries. Of course, this depends on any specific country's laws. I would double check with the laws of countries other than the U.S.A.
No. Alabama does not require nor record the date of a wedding ceremony.
No. Alabama does not require a ceremony, minister or officiant. If you have one, they are not listed on the certificate and do not sign the marriage certificate.
For Alabama residents, the answer is no, unless you are remarrying your last spouse. Alabama has a 60-day wait after divorce before marrying anyone other than your previous spouse. Check with your state's laws.
No. Witnesses are not required, however an Alabama Notary Public must notarize your Alabama Marriage Certificate on the day of your marriage.
If I am available, I would love to officiate your small, beach elopement ceremony. Just ask!
As a semi-retired minister, I only offer intimate, two-person beach elopement wedding ceremonies. Please note that I do not officiate large gatherings, traditional weddings, or other types of ceremonies—just the special, quiet moments of love shared between two souls by the gulf. There is an additional fee.