Clark County
Registration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies.
Church of Common Sense
Marriage authority is state-based and local exceptions are real. Always verify with the issuing clerk or court before a ceremony.
This guide is living operational guidance, not legal advice.
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Members complete structured lessons and practical drills before officiant certification.
Final officiant evaluation targets a 90% passing standard.
Good Standing is time-bounded and renewed with affirmation and continuing education.
Minister IDs and QR links allow clerks and couples to validate status directly.
All 50 states + DC are listed. Some entries are still being researched; those rows show conservative defaults until official sources are added.
Tip: use your browser’s find (Ctrl/⌘+F) or the search box below.
| State | Who may solemnize | Registration required | Pitfalls / exceptions | Official links | Recommended steps |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Alaska
AK
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
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Alabama
AL
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Arkansas
AR
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Arizona
AZ
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
California
CA
Last verified 2026-02-12 18:21:58
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
|
Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling. |
Varies by county/court. |
WARNING Guidance is informational only and not legal advice. Verify rules directly with the local clerk/court before performing any ceremony. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
|
Colorado
CO
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Connecticut
CT
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
District of Columbia
DC
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Delaware
DE
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Florida
FL
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Georgia
GA
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Hawaii
HI
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Iowa
IA
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Idaho
ID
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Illinois
IL
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Indiana
IN
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Kansas
KS
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Kentucky
KY
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Louisiana
LA
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Massachusetts
MA
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Maryland
MD
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Maine
ME
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Michigan
MI
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Minnesota
MN
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Missouri
MO
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Mississippi
MS
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Montana
MT
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
North Carolina
NC
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
North Dakota
ND
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Nebraska
NE
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
New Hampshire
NH
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
New Jersey
NJ
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
New Mexico
NM
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Nevada
NV
Last verified 2026-02-12 18:21:58
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling. Registration required: Some counties may impose additional registration rules. Always pre-clear with the issuing office.
Official sources
County exceptions (2)Clark CountyRegistration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. Washoe CountyRegistration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. |
Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling. |
Some counties may impose additional registration rules. Always pre-clear with the issuing office. |
WARNING Guidance is informational only and not legal advice. Verify rules directly with the local clerk/court before performing any ceremony. County exceptions (2)Clark CountyRegistration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. Court: Some jurisdictions may require court or clerk acknowledgement before an officiant may solemnize marriages. Washoe CountyRegistration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. Court: Some jurisdictions may require court or clerk acknowledgement before an officiant may solemnize marriages. |
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New York
NY
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Ohio
OH
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Oklahoma
OK
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Oregon
OR
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Pennsylvania
PA
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Rhode Island
RI
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
South Carolina
SC
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
South Dakota
SD
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Tennessee
TN
Last verified 2026-02-12 18:21:58
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
|
Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling. |
Varies by county/court. |
WARNING Guidance is informational only and not legal advice. Verify rules directly with the local clerk/court before performing any ceremony. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
|
Texas
TX
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Utah
UT
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Virginia
VA
Last verified 2026-02-12 18:21:58
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling. Registration required: Some counties may impose additional registration rules. Always pre-clear with the issuing office.
Official sources
County exceptions (2)Arlington CountyRegistration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. Fairfax CountyRegistration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. |
Authority is state-defined. Confirm local acceptance of online ordination with the issuing clerk before ceremony scheduling. |
Some counties may impose additional registration rules. Always pre-clear with the issuing office. |
WARNING Guidance is informational only and not legal advice. Verify rules directly with the local clerk/court before performing any ceremony. County exceptions (2)Arlington CountyRegistration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. Court: Some jurisdictions may require court or clerk acknowledgement before an officiant may solemnize marriages. Fairfax CountyRegistration: County-level registration or clerk contact may be required before performing ceremonies. Court: Some jurisdictions may require court or clerk acknowledgement before an officiant may solemnize marriages. |
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Vermont
VT
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Washington
WA
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Wisconsin
WI
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
West Virginia
WV
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
|
Wyoming
WY
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check state statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by county/court.
Official sources
No official state source links recorded yet. |
Check state statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by county/court. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official state and county sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
Territories are listed for completeness. Rules often differ. Always confirm with the issuing clerk/court.
| Territory | Who may solemnize | Registration required | Pitfalls / exceptions | Official links | Recommended steps |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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American Samoa
AS
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by court/clerk.
Official sources
No official territory source links recorded yet. |
Check statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by court/clerk. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official territory sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
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Guam
GU
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by court/clerk.
Official sources
No official territory source links recorded yet. |
Check statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by court/clerk. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official territory sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
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Northern Mariana Islands
MP
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by court/clerk.
Official sources
No official territory source links recorded yet. |
Check statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by court/clerk. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official territory sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
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Puerto Rico
PR
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by court/clerk.
Official sources
No official territory source links recorded yet. |
Check statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by court/clerk. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official territory sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
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U.S. Virgin Islands
VI
Last verified pending
Details: topics, sources, countiesWho may solemnize: Check statute and clerk guidance. Registration required: Varies by court/clerk.
Official sources
No official territory source links recorded yet. |
Check statute and clerk guidance. |
Varies by court/clerk. |
No additional notes yet. |
Official territory sources are being compiled. |
Contact clerk/court and log verification in your member records. |
Not legal advice: This page is informational operational guidance. Confirm requirements directly with the local clerk, court, or statute source before any ceremony.