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About United States Marriage Records

 * Most states began recording marriages in counties when the county was formed.
 * Marriages recorded by state-level agencies vary widely by date and availability.
 * New England states started recording marriages on the town level starting as early as the first residents of the town.
 * Restrictions: Most marraige records are not restricted and are considered public records.

Learn more about U.S. Marriage Records

How to Start: Where Did the Marriage Occur?
To find a marriage record, choose the state the marraige occurred:


 * What if you don't know the state? — Go to Estimating Marriage Information