We are getting married in April and would like to ordain the groom's sister on line to do the ceremony. Is it legal in California or do we have to pay hundreds of dollars for a judge or some minister?
2006-10-10 15:51:59 · 8 answers · asked by callmecray_z 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Cyber Marriage
Here's How:
Since the Internet isn't a place or a legal entity in itself, people can't be legally married on it.
The ceremony could take place through the Net, but the legal aspects must be fulfilled in a real location.
Decide if the ceremony is for fun or the real thing.
If it's for fun, make sure that both of you understand that it isn't a legal marriage.
If it's for real, then you need to follow the legal requirements of the jurisdiction where you are physically located.
Decide if you want to have guests.
If you are having guests, then using one of the cyber chapels that utilize chat rooms would make it more enjoyable and fun.
Don't confuse people. Let them know up front if this is a ceremony for fun or the real thing.
Make sure you get a certificate!
Tips:
Remember... a cyber wedding without an official license from a legal entity is not a legal marriage!
2006-10-10 19:33:47 · answer #1 · answered by Dom . 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
CA allows anyone (family, friend, whoever) to become ordained for a day by simply filling out paperwork from the marriage license office. They don't need to become ordained online first, and even if they were, they would still have to fill out the same paperwork involved.
2006-10-10 15:56:14 · answer #2 · answered by Cinnamon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it's legal. One of my girlfriend's closest friend got married that way. Best wedding I've ever been to. Took all of 10 minutes.
2006-10-10 17:55:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What a great idea! Yes, it should be legal, as long as you are sure the site is "giving out" legal ordinations. Check references, check anything you can to be sure this is the case.
2006-10-10 17:21:52 · answer #4 · answered by Esma 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ordained Online California
2017-02-22 13:07:22 · answer #5 · answered by tammaro 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yep. If its legally recognized its legally recognized. Judges are cheap though.
2006-10-10 15:59:27 · answer #6 · answered by Lupin IV 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no it is only like $25 because my uncle married sister and her husband
2006-10-10 15:59:41 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Should be but I would double check your laws. I know here in Ohio you can.
2006-10-10 15:59:26 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋