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About Alabama Marriage Records:

The earliest vital records for Alabama (birth, death, and marriage records) can be found in old Bibles, guardianship and apprenticeship records, wills and other court records. Before 1881 birth and death records were not required to be recorded, so may be hard to find.

Marriage licenses have been required since 1799 and were issued by the Clerk of Orphan's Court in the county of the bride. After 1850 this job went to the County Probate Court which still issues and records marriage licenses. The Alabama Center for Health Statistics began recording marriage certificates in 1936.

Information found on Alabama Marriage Certificates:

Before 1888 the information on a Marriage Certificate included:

  • Name of Bride
  • Name of Groom
  • Bondsmen names
  • Officiate
  • License bond
  • Marriage Date
  • County of issuance

In 1910 more information was added:

  • Names of Parents
  • Physical description
  • Ages and Occupations of Bride and Groom
  • Number of previous marriages if any
  • Blood relationship if any of Bride and Groom

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How to Obtain an Alabama Marriage Certificate:

There are no restrictions on Alabama Marriage Records. Unlike Alabama birth and death records, Alabama marriage records are open to the public and are not confidential. Anyone may submit the proper form and fee and obtain an Alabama marriage record.

For Alabama marriage certificates prior to 1936 contact the probate clerk in the county where the certificate was filed and recorded. These addresses and telephone numbers are included in the county information along with any links to free Alabama marriage records we have found online.

For marriage certificates filed after 1936, contact the Alabama Center for Health Statistics:

Alabama Vital Records
P. O. Box 5625
Montgomery, Al 36103-5625

See The Alabama Center for Health Statistics for more information.

Alabama Divorce Records:

Early Divorce Records (until 1865) may be found in legislative records and are published in Senate & House Journals. From 1865, divorce records can be found in the County Chancery Court and after 1918 in the Circuit Court where the divorce was filed.

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