Is there a waiting period?

Yes. Although the marriage license is issued immediately, the marriage ceremony may not take place within 24 hours from the exact time that the license was issued. When both applicants are 16 years of age or older, the 24-hour waiting period may be waived by an order of a Judge of the Nassau County Supreme Court or a Judge of the Nassau County Court. If either person is under 16 years of age, the order must be from a Nassau County Family Court Judge.

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1. Is there a waiting period?
2. How long is the license valid?
3. Is a pre-marital physical exam required?
4. Where can a marriage take place?
5. What about the ceremony?
6. Who can perform a marriage ceremony?
7. Where can I get copies of my records?
8. What are the age and consent requirements for minors?
9. What are the surname options?
10. Where to apply for a one-day marriage officiant License?
11. How old does a one-day marriage officiant need to be?
12. Where can a marriage be performed?
13. Does there need to be a witness for a one-day marriage officiant ceremony?
14. When does the one-day marriage officiant expire?
15. Can an out of state resident perform a ceremony in New York State under the one-day marriage officiant law?