Pinal County Marriage Records

Pinal County marriage records are kept by the Clerk of Superior Court at the Florence courthouse and satellite offices. The clerk handles new license applications and provides copies of past marriage certificates. Pinal County has records going back to 1875, making it one of the best sources for historical marriage research in central Arizona. The main office sits in Florence, the county seat. A satellite office in Casa Grande offers the same services for residents in the western part of the county. Both parties must appear in person to apply for a new license. You can also request certified copies of existing records by mail or in person.

Where to Get Pinal County Marriage Licenses

The Pinal County Clerk of Superior Court issues all marriage licenses for the county. The main office is in Florence at 971 N Jason Lopez Circle, Building A. This is the county seat and the primary location for all court services. Staff can help you apply for a license, pick up a copy, or search old records. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a lunch break from noon to 1:00 PM.

Casa Grande residents have a closer option. The satellite office at 820 E Cottonwood Lane, Building B serves the western part of the county. This location offers the same marriage license services as Florence. It saves you a drive if you live in or near Casa Grande. Call 888-431-1311 to check hours before you go.

A third location in Apache Junction at 575 N Idaho Road also serves Pinal County residents. This office handles marriage licenses too. Check which location works best based on where you live.

Applying for a Marriage License in Pinal County

Both people who want to marry must come to the clerk office together. You cannot send one person alone. Bring valid photo ID for each person. A driver's license works. So does a passport or state ID card. You must provide your Social Security number, but the clerk keeps it confidential under Arizona law. There is no blood test. There is no waiting period after you apply.

The fee for a Pinal County marriage license is $83. This is lower than the $98 charged in larger counties like Maricopa and Pima. You can pay with cash, check, money order, or credit card at most locations. The clerk issues your license the same day you apply. You can marry right away if you want to. Under A.R.S. 25-121, the license stays valid for 12 months. Use it anywhere in Arizona during that time.

Watch the clock when you visit. The Pinal County clerk does not accept marriage license applications between 11:30 AM and noon. They also stop taking new applications after 4:00 PM. Plan your visit for the morning or early afternoon to avoid problems.

The Pinal County Clerk website shows the official marriage license page with current requirements and fees.

The page above shows the basic requirements. Both parties need ID. Both must sign an affidavit. The fee is due at the time of application.

Pinal County Marriage Record Copies

The clerk provides certified copies of marriage records on file. A certified copy costs $35 for an abstract. This is the standard document most people need. It shows both names, the date of marriage, and when the license was recorded. If you just need a plain photocopy, the fee drops to $0.50 per page. The Pinal County copies page explains your options.

To get a copy, you need the names of both spouses. The bride's maiden name helps if you have it. The date of marriage narrows the search. If you know at least the year, staff can find your record quickly. Without the year, they charge an extra $35 research fee to search the files. Pinal County has marriage records from 1875 to today. That is over 150 years of records to search through.

You can come to the Florence office and search the records yourself at no charge. The clerk sets up terminals for public research. This free option works well if you want to dig through old records for family history. Bring a notebook or phone to take notes on what you find.

The screenshot shows how to request copies in person or by mail. Mail requests need a check or money order plus $8 for shipping and handling.

Request Pinal Marriage Records by Mail

Mail requests work if you cannot visit in person. Write a letter with the full names of both parties from the marriage. Include the date or at least the year of the marriage. Add dates of birth for both people if you have them. This helps the clerk find the right record.

Send a check or money order for $35 payable to Clerk of Superior Court. Add $8 for shipping and handling. The total comes to $43 for a mailed certified copy. If you do not know the year of marriage, include an extra $35 for the research fee. That brings the total to $78. The records request page has more details on what to include.

Mail your request to the Florence office at PO Box 2730, Florence, AZ 85132. Processing takes about one to two weeks. Busy times may take longer. Call 888-431-1311 or local 520-509-3555 to check on your request.

The form shows what information you need to provide. Fill it out completely to avoid delays in processing your request.

Note: Staff cannot search without at least an approximate year of marriage unless you pay the research fee.

Who Can Perform Marriages in Pinal County

Arizona law lists several types of people who can officiate weddings. A.R.S. 25-124 covers who is authorized. Licensed clergy can marry couples. Judges from the Superior Court, Court of Appeals, or Supreme Court can too. Justices of the peace work for many ceremonies. Municipal court judges also have authority to perform weddings.

Arizona allows notaries public to officiate marriages. The notary must be commissioned in Arizona. This gives couples more options for who performs their ceremony. It is a unique feature of Arizona law that other states do not always share.

After the ceremony, the officiant must return the signed license to the Pinal County Clerk. A.R.S. 25-123 requires this within 30 days. The clerk then records the marriage. Failure to return the license on time creates problems later when the couple needs proof of marriage.

Age Rules for Pinal County Marriage Licenses

The legal age to marry without parental consent is 18. If you are 16 or 17, you can get a marriage license with written consent from a parent or guardian. There is a catch though. The person you marry cannot be more than three years older than you. This rule protects young people from bad situations.

Since August 2018, Arizona does not allow anyone under 16 to marry at all. This came from changes to state law aimed at stopping child marriage. If a minor aged 16 or 17 wants to marry, they need to bring a parent or guardian to the clerk office. The parent signs a consent form in front of staff. The minor also needs their birth certificate showing their age.

Are Pinal County Marriage Records Public

Yes, marriage records are public in Arizona. A.R.S. 39-121 says public records must be open for inspection during office hours. Marriage licenses filed with the Pinal County Clerk fall under this rule. Anyone can request a copy. You do not need to be one of the people who got married. You do not need to explain why you want the record.

Social Security numbers stay confidential. The clerk does not release those. But names, dates, and other basic information are available to the public. This makes marriage records useful for background checks, genealogy, and legal matters where you need to prove a marriage happened.

A.R.S. 25-130 allows the clerk to issue an abstract of marriage instead of a full copy. The abstract includes both names, the date of marriage, and the recording date. Most people find the abstract meets their needs. It costs less than a full reproduction of the original license.

Pinal County Clerk Contact Information

The main office in Florence handles most marriage record requests. You can reach them by phone or mail.

• Florence Office: 971 N Jason Lopez Circle, Building A, Florence, AZ 85132
• Mailing Address: PO Box 2730, Florence, AZ 85132
• Toll Free Phone: 888-431-1311
• Local Phone: 520-509-3555
• Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday

The Casa Grande office serves the western part of the county at 820 E Cottonwood Lane, Building B, Casa Grande, AZ 85122. Apache Junction has a satellite office at 575 N Idaho Road, Suite 109. Call ahead to confirm hours at these locations.

Note: All offices close for lunch from noon to 1:00 PM daily.

Cities in Pinal County for Marriage Records

Casa Grande is the largest city in Pinal County. Residents there can use the Casa Grande satellite office for marriage licenses. The Florence office also serves Casa Grande residents who prefer the main courthouse. San Tan Valley is another large community in Pinal County. It is not a city itself but an unincorporated area. Residents there file at the Florence or Apache Junction locations.

Other towns in Pinal County include Coolidge, Eloy, and Maricopa. These smaller communities all use the Pinal County Clerk for marriage services. The closest office depends on where you live in the county. Check a map to see which location saves you drive time.

Nearby Counties for Marriage Records

Pinal County borders several other Arizona counties. If you need marriage records from a neighboring area, here are links to those county pages.

Remember that a marriage license from any Arizona county works anywhere in the state. You could get your license in Pinal County and hold your wedding in Maricopa County without any problems.