Search Deerfield Beach Marriage License

Marriage license records for Deerfield Beach are handled by the Broward County Clerk of Courts. Deerfield Beach sits at the northern edge of Broward County, right along the Palm Beach County line, with a population over 90,000. One of the four Broward Clerk locations is right here in Deerfield Beach at the North Regional Courthouse. That makes things convenient for local couples who need a marriage license. This page covers fees, what documents to bring, the waiting period, and other steps for getting a marriage license in Deerfield Beach.

Where to Get a Deerfield Beach Marriage License

Deerfield Beach is in Broward County, and the Broward County Clerk of Courts issues all marriage licenses for the area. The best part for Deerfield Beach residents is that the North Regional Courthouse is right in their city. The office is at 1600 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Room 160. Under Florida Statute 741.01, the clerk of the circuit court handles all marriage license issuance in Florida.

The Broward Clerk runs four locations. While the North Regional is the most convenient for Deerfield Beach residents, you can use any of them. The main courthouse in Fort Lauderdale, the West Regional in Plantation, and the South Regional in Hollywood all accept marriage license applications. It does not matter which office you use. The license is the same.

Note: Walk-ins are accepted at the North Regional Courthouse, but arrive before 3:00 PM to leave enough time for the application.

Deerfield Beach Marriage License Online Portal

The Broward Clerk marriage page has details about the application process and what to bring. Below is a look at the marriage license information from the Broward Clerk.

Couples in Deerfield Beach can also search for existing marriage license records through the Broward Clerk's online search tool. The MyFloridaCounty portal is another option that connects to official records across all 67 Florida counties. Both tools let you look up marriage records by name.

How Deerfield Beach Couples Apply

Both people must appear at the clerk's office at the same time. One person cannot file the application alone. Each person needs a valid photo ID. Driver's licenses, passports, state IDs, and military IDs all work. You must know your Social Security number. The physical card is not required. If either person has been married before, bring the date the last marriage ended and whether it was a divorce, death, or annulment.

Florida Statute 741.04 sets out the basic requirements. Both people must be at least 18. No blood test is needed. There is no residency requirement, which means couples visiting Deerfield Beach from out of state or out of the country can apply for a marriage license here. The three-day waiting period applies only to Florida residents and can be waived by completing a premarital course. Before applying, both people need to read the Family Law Handbook from the Florida Bar. The clerk will ask about it.

Deerfield Beach is close to Boca Raton, which is in Palm Beach County. If you live right on the border, make sure you go to the county clerk for the county where you want to file. Either county's license works anywhere in Florida, but the fees and processes at each clerk's office may differ slightly in terms of scheduling.

Marriage License Fees in Deerfield Beach

The standard fee is $86. Every Broward Clerk location charges the same amount. Cash and credit cards are accepted at the Deerfield Beach courthouse. Part of the $86 goes to the state Domestic Violence Trust Fund, and part funds the State Courts Revenue Trust Fund.

Taking a premarital course reduces the fee to $61. That is $25 less. Under Florida Statute 741.0305, both people must complete the four-hour course and bring proof to the clerk. The course covers communication skills, finances, and conflict resolution. It also waives the three-day waiting period, which is useful if you want to hold the ceremony right away.

Other Broward Clerk fees include $30 for a courthouse ceremony, $3 for a certified copy of the marriage license, and $30 for a duplicate license. The ceremony fee is separate from the license cost and is paid if you choose to have the clerk or judge marry you at the courthouse.

Deerfield Beach Marriage License Wait Time

Florida residents face a three-day wait. The clerk issues the license the same day you apply, but it does not become valid until three calendar days have passed. This is a state rule under Florida law. It applies to all Deerfield Beach residents. If both people live outside Florida, the wait is waived. If you take the premarital course, it is also waived.

Once valid, the license lasts 60 days. Under Florida Statute 741.041, the ceremony must happen within that 60-day window. Miss the deadline and the license expires. You would need to start over with a new application and a new $86 fee. After the wedding, the officiant returns the signed license to the Broward Clerk within 10 days. The clerk records it and forwards the record to the Florida Department of Health for permanent state records.

Ceremony Options in Deerfield Beach

The Broward Clerk offers courthouse ceremonies at any of the four locations, including the North Regional in Deerfield Beach. The fee is $30. A clerk or judge performs a short ceremony right at the courthouse. This is a popular choice for Deerfield Beach couples who want something quick and simple.

You can also bring your own officiant. Under Florida Statute 741.07, ministers, judges, clerks, and notary publics can all perform marriage ceremonies in Florida. Deerfield Beach has the beach itself, local parks, and event venues that couples use for ceremonies. The Deerfield Beach pier area and Sullivan Park are popular spots. The marriage license from Broward County works at any location in the state of Florida.

Note: The Florida Clerks website has a statewide overview of the marriage license process if you want general information before your visit.

Marriage License Legal Resources

Deerfield Beach residents who have questions about marriage law can start with the Florida Bar Family Law Handbook. It covers prenuptial agreements, name changes, and other legal topics that come up around the time of a marriage. Legal Aid of Broward County offers free or low-cost help with family law matters for those who qualify.

For certified copies of a marriage certificate after the wedding, you can contact the Florida Department of Health. The DOH office in Jacksonville keeps marriage certificates from June 6, 1927 to the present. You can also order copies through VitalChek. The Broward Clerk's office can provide certified copies of the marriage license itself for $3 each.

Nearby Cities

Several cities near Deerfield Beach also use the Broward County Clerk or nearby county clerks for marriage licenses. Browse the links below for details on each location.

Broward County Marriage License Records

Deerfield Beach is part of Broward County. The Broward Clerk of Courts manages all marriage license applications and records for the county. For full details about the Broward County Clerk, other office locations, and related records, see the county page.

View Broward County Marriage License Records