DEPUTY COMMISSIONER FOR A DAY PROCEDURES

How do I become a Deputy Commissioner for a Day?

An application is completed, the fee is collected and an oath is given. The application process can be completed in our office on one of our public kiosks or can be completed outside the office on our web site. You must appear in person at our office to complete the application process and be given the oath and deputized.

You must have the following information to complete the application:

• Full names of the couple to be married
• Date of ceremony
• City and county of ceremony
• County where marriage license was/will be purchased

Our office will review your application, collect the fees, and give you instructions about how to complete the license after you perform the ceremony. After we provide you with instructions, we will give you the oath. At that time, you will be deputized to perform a civil marriage ceremony.

You may encounter two types of marriage licenses:

Public Marriage License -- If the couple purchased a public marriage license in California, you may perform the ceremony anywhere in California. At least one witness, other than you, must be present and sign the license. As the officiant, you cannot be the witness. A public marriage license requires a minimum of four people: Party 1, Party 2, Officiant (you), and a witness.

Confidential Marriage License -- If the couple purchased a confidential marriage license in California, you may perform the ceremony anywhere in California and witnesses are not required to be at the ceremony, although they are allowed. A confidential marriage license only requires three people: Party 1, Party 2, and Officiant (you).