Emergency Marriage Ministers
Washington, DC • Maryland • Northern Virginia
Emergency Services
Emergency marriage services provide legally binding civil marriage services in time-sensitive situations where couples cannot wait for standard scheduling.
An emergency marriage is defined by legal urgency.
Urgent circumstances may include:
- Expiring marriage licenses
- Deployment or imminent travel
- Immigration or residency-related deadlines
- Medical situations
- Other circumstances where delay would prevent legal marriage
Authorized Ordained Ministers (Civil Services)
Emergency marriage services are performed by authorized, ordained ministers who are legally permitted to solemnize marriages within their jurisdiction.
Although ministers are ordained, emergency marriage services are provided as civil services, not religious ceremonies.
Locations of Service
Emergency marriage services are provided as follows:
- Hospital or medical facilities
- Coffee shops selected by the minister
Jurisdiction & Legal Compliance
Emergency marriage ministers are responsible for:
- Performing legally valid marriage ceremonies or signature services
- Ensuring proper completion of marriage documentation
- Complying with all jurisdiction-specific requirements
Authorization varies by location:
- Washington, DC: Court-authorized ministers may perform marriages
- Maryland: Ordained ministers are authorized under state law
- Virginia: Court-authorized ministers may perform marriages in accordance with state requirements
Who May Request Services
Emergency marriage services may be requested by:
- One or both parties to the marriage
Service Areas
Emergency marriage services are available in:
- Washington, DC
- Prince George’s County, Maryland
- Montgomery County, Maryland
- Arlington, Virginia
Availability depends on jurisdiction. Additional locations may be considered upon request.
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