Starting Monday, you can obtain a marriage license from the comfort of your own home.
Remote marriage licenses became legal in the State of Texas since the Legislature approved SB 907 last year.
On Monday, Tarrant County becomes the first county in the state to offer them.
While the remote process is open to anyone, it will especially come in handy for those serving in the military.
"I noticed and seen guys and gals that would take leave go home to get a marriage license, because they had to physically be present," says Tarrant County Chief Deputy Clerk Clint Ludwig, who spent 20 years in the Marine Corps. "And then they would take leave again when they were going for their wedding."
The process is nearly identical to that when applying for a marriage license in person; there's just one additional step
"There is now an affidavit of identification that you have to download," said Ludwig, "and you will take it to a notary and you show them your ID. And they sign the affidavit saying you are who you are."
Couples will then schedule a video conference with the clerk's office to complete the process.
"You schedule a Zoom meeting with us on a date and time that's good for you," Ludwig said. "And then we basically go through the process -- give you your oath (and) verify all the information is correct."
While there are no residency requirements, there is a caveat for those who do not live in the Lone Star State.
"You don't have to be a Texas resident, but (there's an additional fee of) $100 if you're not a Texas resident," Ludwig said. For more information click here.
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