Category: Marriage License Tips

Only recently have I noticed that Davidson County TN has started giving couples detailed instructions about the Tennessee marriage license….that is, how it’s completed, return details and the receiving the certified copy. I’ve long wonderer why clerk’s did not do this – so much easier for the couple and the clerks! A couple of added…

You’ve got the dress. The suit fits. The flowers are on the way. Mom’s crying already—and you haven’t even walked down the aisle. But before you cue the music, ask yourself one very important question: Did we bring the marriage license? I know, I know—there are so many moving parts to a wedding. It’s like…

Intelligence is changing the world—no doubt about it. It’s great for things like writing help, wedding ideas, even drafting your vows. But when it comes to Tennessee marriage license laws, AI doesn’t cut it. I’ve tested the most popular tools myself—ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and others. They sound confident, but the truth is, they often give…

(Hint: It’s Not the Courthouse) One of the most common things I hear from couples is: “We’re going to the courthouse to get our marriage license.” 🚫 Not exactly. In Tennessee, you don’t go to the courthouse.You go to the county clerk’s office — and there’s one in every county. 🗺️ So… Which County Clerk’s…

If you’re getting married in Tennessee, here’s something that might surprise you:You don’t sign your marriage license at the ceremony. Most states have that classic moment—right after the kiss—where the couple signs the license with a fancy pen and a few tears of joy. But in Tennessee? Nope. So when do you sign it? You…