solemnization of marriage

Solemnization is the formal requirement of the performance of a marriage ceremony, and the professional class that may marry a couple. Who may perform such a ceremony varies depending on the particular laws of the state.  For example, in one state, a mayor, magistrate, county clerk, city clerk, judge, or justice may perform the solemnization. In another state, a notary public may perform the solemnization.

[Last reviewed in June of 2024 by the Wex Definitions Team ]

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