How to Officiate a Wedding in Adams County, Colorado

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Adams County follows Colorado state marriage law — no waiting period, no registration required, and your FSM ordination is all you need to officiate. This page covers the local details: where to get the marriage license, what it costs, and what to know about doing it here.

Getting the Marriage License

The couple needs to get their marriage license before the wedding. Here’s where to go in Adams County:

Adams County Clerk
4430 S Adams County Pkwy, Brighton, CO 80601
(720) 523-6028 · adamscountyco.gov

Fee $30.00
Hours Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Online application Yes
Both parties present? Yes
ID required Valid government-issued photo ID

Good to know:

  • Colorado: no waiting period

Quick Reference

These details come from Colorado state law — see the full Colorado wedding guide for more.

Can an FSM minister sign the license? Yes
Registration required? None
Waiting period None
License valid for 35 days
Witnesses needed None required
Return deadline Within 63 days
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