Boone County Marriage Records Lookup

Boone County marriage records are filed and kept by the Clerk's Office at the Boone County Courthouse in Lebanon, Indiana. Clerk Lisa Bruder and First Deputy Melissa Smith manage marriage license applications and the county's official marriage record files. This page covers how to apply for a Boone County marriage license, how to search records online, and how to get certified copies from the courthouse or state databases.

Boone County Clerk's Office

The Boone County Clerk's Office is at 212 Courthouse Square, Lebanon, IN 46052, inside the Boone County Courthouse. Clerk Lisa Bruder leads the office, and First Deputy Melissa Smith assists with daily operations. You can reach the clerk at 765-482-3510 or email lbruder@co.boone.in.us. Melissa Smith's email is msmith@co.boone.in.us. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

The Boone County Clerk's Office processes all marriage license applications for the county and maintains the official records on file. The office issues certified copies of marriage licenses to anyone who requests them through the proper process. One important note: the Boone County Clerk's Office no longer performs marriage ceremonies. If you were planning to get married at the courthouse, you will need to make other arrangements. The license itself is still issued from this office, and you can marry anywhere in Indiana once you have it.

Details about Boone County marriage licenses are at boonecounty.in.gov/offices/clerk/marriage-licenses, and the full clerk's office page is at boonecounty.in.gov/offices/clerk.

The Boone County Clerk's website shows office information, staff contacts, and details about the marriage license process in Lebanon.

Applying for a Boone County Marriage License

Both applicants must appear in person at the Boone County Courthouse in Lebanon. You each need to bring a birth certificate and a valid driver's license, or another acceptable form of ID. Both of you must be at least 18 years old. Under Indiana Code 31-11, both parties must apply in the county where at least one of them lives. If you live in Boone County, you apply at this courthouse. If neither of you lives in Indiana, you apply in the county where your ceremony will take place.

You can start the process online at in.gov/courts/services/marriage-license before visiting the office. The online pre-application lets you fill out your information in advance so your in-person visit goes faster. Boone County residents pay $29 for the license. Out-of-state applicants pay $69 in cash. The license is valid for 60 days from the date of issue. If you and your future spouse apply in Boone County, you can marry anywhere in the state of Indiana, not just within Boone County.

The Boone County marriage license information page at boonecounty.in.gov/offices/clerk/marriage-licenses explains local requirements and what to expect when you arrive at the courthouse.

The Boone County marriage licenses page details the application steps, fees, ID requirements, and the notice that the office no longer performs ceremonies.

Online payments for fees related to court matters are also available at public.courts.in.gov/pay, though most applicants simply pay at the clerk's window in person. Note: out-of-state fees must be paid in cash. Indiana residents may have other payment options, so ask when you call or visit.

Boone County Marriage Records Search

The Indiana Marriage License Public Lookup at public.courts.in.gov/MLPL covers Boone County marriage licenses issued from 1993 to the present. It is free to use and requires no account. Search by name or date, and filter by Boone County to narrow results. The database is a good tool for verifying when a license was issued or confirming a marriage on record. It shows key details but not the full license document.

For older Boone County marriage records from before 1993, contact the clerk's office directly at 765-482-3510. Staff can search historical records and let you know what is available and what it will cost to get copies. Older records go back many decades and are stored at the courthouse in Lebanon. For genealogical research, the Indiana State Library and FamilySearch both have indexes of older Indiana marriage records that may include Boone County entries.

Note: The online MLPL database only covers Boone County marriage licenses from 1993 forward. Older records require a direct request to the clerk's office.

Certified Copies of Boone County Marriage Records

To get a certified copy of a Boone County marriage record, contact the clerk's office at the courthouse in Lebanon. Call 765-482-3510 to ask about current fees and how to submit your request. You can request copies in person, by mail, or by email. When requesting by mail, include the full names of both parties, the date of the marriage, and a return address so the clerk can mail the copy back to you.

The Indiana Department of Health also maintains vital records at the state level. You can order certified copies of marriage records through the Indiana vital records office. State records go back to 1958 for statewide registrations. Under Indiana Code 5-14-3, marriage records are public and available upon request. Some personal information in vital records may be restricted under IC 16-37-1-10, but the main marriage record is open to anyone who asks.

Historical Boone County Marriage Records

For marriages in Boone County before the digital era, the Indiana State Library at digital.statelib.lib.in.us has historical documents from Indiana counties including Boone. The Indiana Archives and Records Administration at in.gov/iara also holds older vital records. FamilySearch has indexed many historical Boone County marriages and makes them searchable at no cost. Ancestry and other genealogical platforms may have additional records. The Boone County Public Library in Lebanon is also a good local resource for historical record research.

Boone County Marriage Laws

Indiana's marriage law at Indiana Code Title 31, Article 11 covers all the rules Boone County follows. The state requires both parties to appear in person, sets the minimum age at 18, and specifies that you must apply in the county where you live. Indiana has no waiting period, so you can get your license and marry on the same day. Your Boone County license is valid for 60 days and can be used anywhere in Indiana.

Under Indiana Code 5-14-3, marriage records are public documents that anyone can access. The Boone County Clerk must respond to records requests and charge only what the law allows. If you have questions or need legal help with marriage records in Boone County, visit indianalegalhelp.org for free Indiana legal resources and referrals.

Cities and Towns in Boone County

All cities and towns in Boone County obtain marriage licenses from the County Clerk in Lebanon. There are no cities in Boone County with a population over 25,000, but residents of Lebanon, Zionsville, Whitestown, and Thorntown all file at the same clerk's office at 212 Courthouse Square, Lebanon, IN 46052.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Boone County. Each has its own Clerk of the Circuit Court for marriage records.