If one or both parties requesting a marriage license are under the age of 18, then a court order and judge/parental consent for the minor must be obtained and filed with the county clerk before a license can be issued. This applies to emancipated minors as well. Additional information about marriage.
AB 1267-Important Change Effective January 1, 2027
Beginning January 1, 2027, California law will require both applicants to be at least 18 years old to obtain a marriage license. Court orders, parental consent, emancipation, or pregnancy will no longer allow the County Clerk to issue a marriage license to a minor. Current procedures will remain in effect through December 31, 2026.