Wesley Chapel Marriage Records

Marriage records for Wesley Chapel are processed by the Pasco County Clerk of Court. The clerk handles all marriage license applications, civil ceremonies, and record keeping for the entire county.

Where to Get a Marriage License

Wesley Chapel is a fast-growing community in Pasco County. The Pasco County Clerk of Court handles all marriage license services. The main clerk office is at the Robert D. Sumner Judicial Center, 38053 Live Oak Avenue, Dade City, FL 33523. Wesley Chapel residents can also check if the New Port Richey or Land O' Lakes branches handle license applications. Call (352) 521-4408 to confirm locations and hours.

Both parties must show up in person together. Bring a valid photo ID like a driver license, passport, military ID, or state-issued ID card. U.S. citizens need to provide a Social Security number. If you were married before, know the date that marriage ended. The clerk needs all of this to process the application.

Walk-ins are taken. Appointments can save time. The clerk processes applications during regular business hours, Monday through Friday. Most visits take about 20 to 30 minutes. The license is issued the same day you apply. Florida residents face a three-day waiting period before it becomes valid, unless they took a premarital course.

Wesley Chapel Marriage License Fees

Pasco County charges $93.50 for a marriage license. This is higher than many Florida counties. With a premarital course, the fee drops to $68.50. The course must be completed within one year of applying. Under Florida Statute 741.0305, it has to be from a state-approved provider. The course also eliminates the three-day waiting period for Florida residents.

A civil ceremony at the clerk office costs $30. Cash and major credit cards are accepted. Personal checks are not taken. Duplicate licenses and amendments have separate fees. Contact the clerk office at (352) 521-4408 for specific pricing on those items.

Certified copies of Pasco County marriage records have their own fee structure. You can order copies in person, by mail, or online through the clerk website. Each method has a per-copy charge. In-person service at the courthouse is typically the fastest route to get copies in hand.

Search Wesley Chapel Marriage Records Online

The Pasco County Clerk website has an online records search. You can look up marriage records by name at no charge. The search shows index information including both parties and the recording date. Ordering a certified copy costs money, but the search itself is free.

Records from before June 6, 1927 exist only at the county level. The state started collecting marriage data on that date. For older records, call the Pasco County Clerk or visit the courthouse in Dade City.

The Florida Department of Health maintains state marriage certificates from 1927 to the present. A certified copy from the state is $5. Additional copies are $4. VitalChek takes online orders at $15 plus a $7 processing fee. For Wesley Chapel marriages, going through the Pasco County Clerk is usually quicker and can be less expensive than the state route.

Steps for Getting Married in Wesley Chapel

Here is the process for Wesley Chapel residents:

• Both parties visit the Pasco County Clerk office together
• Bring valid photo ID and Social Security numbers
• Provide the date any prior marriages ended
• Pay $93.50 (or $68.50 with a premarital course certificate)
• Florida residents wait three days unless they completed the course
• Use the license within 60 days anywhere in Florida

The three-day waiting period is only for Florida residents. Out-of-state couples can use the license immediately. A premarital course waives the wait for everyone. The provider must be registered with the state of Florida.

Under Florida Statute 741.07, an ordained minister, judge, clerk, deputy clerk, or Florida notary public can officiate. Witnesses are not required by law, though having them is recommended. The officiant signs the license and returns it to the clerk within 10 days of the ceremony. The clerk records it and sends data to the state Bureau of Vital Statistics. The full recording process takes about 60 days.

Getting Certified Copies

Certified copies of Wesley Chapel marriage records come from the Pasco County Clerk. Visit the courthouse in Dade City for in-person service. Online orders go through the clerk website. Mail requests should be sent to 38053 Live Oak Avenue, Dade City, FL 33523 with a check or money order payable to the Pasco County Clerk.

Marriage records are public documents in Pasco County under Florida Statutes Chapter 119. Anyone can search for or copy them. Social Security numbers and some personal details get redacted. If you need confidential handling, ask the clerk about filing under Section 119.071.

Just got married in Wesley Chapel? Go to the county clerk for proof first. The state office takes roughly two months to process the data from the ceremony. The county record will be on file much sooner.

Other Cities in Pasco County

Pasco County cities all use the same clerk for marriage records. Click below for more details.