Lake County Court of Common Pleas
 Probate Division

Ted Klammer, Probate Judge 

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Lake County
Probate Court
25 North Park Place
Painesville, OH 44077

Phone:      (440) 350-2626
West End: (440) 918-2626
Fax:            (440) 350-2628
West End: (440) 918-2628


Hours of Service:
Monday-Friday
7:30 am to 5 pm*

*Closed on holidays
observed by
Lake County


MARRIAGE LICENSE

Procedure:

  • Bride or Groom must be a resident of Lake County. Couples from out-of-state may apply for a marriage license in Lake County, but the ceremony must be solemnized within the boundaries of Lake County. Must also disclose who will marry the couple.
  • Proof of Residency – A driver’s license, passport, green card, or state identification card is required to prove residency. If the current address of the resident is not the same as the address on an identification card, a utility bill or other legal document proving residency is required.
  • Must be 21 years old. Call before visiting the marriage department if either individual is not 21.
  • If you are divorced you must present copies of all divorce decrees.
  • The most recent divorce decree must be a certified copy that states it is a judgment entry of divorce, dissolution of marriage, or annulment, and must also show a file stamped date, case number, judge’s signature, and the county seal where the divorce was granted.
  • Other Information
    • Hours M-F 7:30-5:00

Forms:

Forms are not available online.

License is valid only for 60 days after issue.

Applicant will receive license the day of application.

Fees:

  • $44.00 cash only, no debit, credit or checks