Same Sex Weddings in California are no longer permited

Notaries that issue marriage licenses can no longer issue to same sex couples.

We are waiting for permission to issue them again. With so many lawsuits in the works it is only a matter of time before we can issue them again.

Check back for more info.

Same Sex couples should get married before November

To date we have married almost 100 same sex couples since June 17th. Couples have come from all over the US to get married in California since the ban was lifted. Get married now before voters have a chance to change the constitution here in California.

The Los Angeles County recorders office has told us that all marriages performed before November will remain legal and can not be overturned. But if voters change the constitution in November then no more licenses will be issued to same sex couples.

So anyone married between June 17th and November will have legal marriages recognized by the State of California as legal and binding. New York State currently recognizes California Same Sex marriages. So if you wait you may miss your chance to be legally married here in California.

We will continue to update our blog with news as we get it from the recorders office.

Los Angeles County offices are expecting large crowds

The LA County offices are expecting large crowds and a crush of media.
If you would like to have a private ceremony devoid of all the crowds and media give us a call.

Cherished Vows will be ready to meet the increased demand for Civil & Religious marriage ceremonies and license applications on June 16, when the recent state Supreme Court ruling overturning a same-sex marriage ban will take effect.

The county offices only perform civil ceremonies and if you would like a religious ceremony you will need to use a chapel like Cherished Vows in Torrance.

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June 17, 2008 will be the big day for same sex couples...

It looks like the first day we can issue marriage licenses to same sex couples will be June 17, 2008. We are still waiting for the "Official" confirmation but the buzz is June 17th. Sign up now for the best times.

Go to our website: http://www.cherishedvows.com/gayandlesbianweddings.html and join our waiting list.

We will contact you and help you set up your wedding appointment.

Los Angeles County Confidential Marriage License

We also issue licenses to couples that we do not marry. So even if you have your own officiant or pastor that is performing your ceremony you can purchase your license from us. Our office is private and there are no long lines like the county offices.