Huntington County Marriage Records Search
Huntington County marriage records are issued and maintained by the Clerk of the Circuit Court in Huntington, Indiana, where all marriage licenses are filed, certified copies are issued, and official marriage documents are stored for the county. The Huntington County Clerk requires appointments for marriage license applications during specific hours on weekdays, which means walk-ins will not be served. This page explains how to schedule your visit, what Indiana law requires for a marriage license, how to search existing Huntington County marriage records online, and where to find older historical documents.
Huntington County Marriage Records Quick Facts
Huntington County Clerk's Office
The Huntington County Clerk's Office, led by Shelley Septer, is at 201 N. Jefferson St, Huntington, IN 46750. Call (260) 358-4817 or fax (260) 358-4880 for questions. General office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Marriage licenses are issued by appointment only, in Room 201 of the courthouse, between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on weekdays. The clerk noted: "Marriage Licenses will be issued Monday through Friday by appointment from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm in the Clerk's Office, Room 201 of the Courthouse."
The appointment requirement means you cannot walk in and expect to be served the same day. Contact the Huntington County Clerk's Office at (260) 358-4817 to schedule your marriage license appointment before making the trip. Both parties must be present at the appointment. Have all required documents ready when you arrive. Missing a document means rescheduling, which adds time to the process.
The Huntington County Clerk handles more than just marriage licenses. The office listed its key services as: "Marriage Licenses, Protective Orders, Child Support Payments, Small Claims, Passports, Genealogy." The clerk's page at huntington.in.us/county/department and the marriage-specific topic page at huntington.in.us/county/topic have current information on requirements and how to schedule your appointment.
The clerk's office noted: "To be married in the State of Indiana a couple must have a marriage license issued by an Indiana county." This is a basic requirement that applies statewide. You cannot be legally married in Indiana without a county-issued license. Huntington County handles licensing for all couples where at least one partner is an Indiana resident.
| Office | Huntington County Clerk of the Circuit Court |
|---|---|
| Clerk | Shelley Septer |
| Address | 201 N. Jefferson St, Huntington, IN 46750 |
| Phone | (260) 358-4817 |
| Fax | (260) 358-4880 |
| Office Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Marriage License Hours | By appointment, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Room 201 |
| Fee (Resident) | $25 |
| Fee (Out-of-State) | $65 |
How to Get a Huntington County Marriage License
Call (260) 358-4817 to schedule your appointment first. Then complete the online pre-application at in.gov/courts/services/marriage-license and save your license key number. Bring that number plus all required documents to Room 201 on the day of your appointment. Both applicants must appear in person together. The clerk issues the license at the appointment. Indiana Code IC 31-11 sets all statewide rules governing Indiana marriage licenses.
Required ID typically includes a government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license, state ID, or passport. If either applicant has been divorced before, bring the certified divorce decree. Both applicants must be 18 or older, or have a court order under IC 31-11-7 if aged 16 or 17. No blood test is required. There is no waiting period after the license is issued. The license is valid for 60 days. If the ceremony does not happen within 60 days, you need to reapply.
The resident fee is $25. Out-of-state applicants pay $65. Contact the clerk's office before your appointment to confirm current accepted payment methods, as these can change. At least one applicant must be an Indiana resident to apply for a license in Indiana.
Search Huntington County Marriage Records Online
The Indiana Courts Marriage License Public Lookup at public.courts.in.gov/MLPL is the main free tool for searching Huntington County marriage records from 1993 to present. Search by name and select Huntington County. No account needed. Results show both parties' names and the issue date. The database covers all 92 Indiana counties and is maintained by the Indiana Supreme Court. This is the fastest way to confirm a Huntington County marriage record without calling the clerk's office or visiting the courthouse.
For records before 1993, contact the Huntington County Clerk at (260) 358-4817. Older records are stored in paper files at the courthouse in Huntington. The Indiana Department of Health at in.gov/health/vital-records/marriages has a statewide marriage index from 1958 forward, available for $8 per search. That returns an index entry, not a certified copy. The Indiana Archives at in.gov/iara holds transferred historical vital records that may include older Huntington County marriage documents.
Certified Copies and Record Requests
Certified copies of Huntington County marriage records are available at the courthouse in Room 201. Request in person by appointment or send a mail request to Huntington County Clerk, 201 N. Jefferson St, Huntington, IN 46750. Include both parties' full names, the approximate date of marriage, and your return address with payment. Check with the clerk's office for current copy fees before sending your request.
Under Indiana Code IC 5-14-3, most marriage records in Indiana are public and can be requested by anyone. Indiana Code 16-37-1-10 sets some limits on what vital records data can be shared, but marriage license records generally remain accessible. The Indiana Judicial Branch at in.gov/courts/public-records explains how to access court records across Indiana. Free legal help for Huntington County residents is available through indianalegalhelp.org.
Historical Huntington County Marriage Records
Huntington County's marriage records go back to the county's founding in the 1830s. For genealogy research, the Indiana State Library at in.gov/library/genealogy.htm is a strong starting point. The Legacy Database at digital.statelib.lib.in.us/legacy holds older digitized Indiana marriage records that may include Huntington County entries. The clerk's office also noted that genealogy is among its service offerings, so contacting the office directly may help identify what older Huntington County records are available in house.
The Indiana Archives vital records page shows what historical Huntington County marriage records have been transferred to state custody for public research, helping genealogists identify what is available at the state level before planning a visit to the Huntington courthouse.
The Indiana Archives is searchable online and can confirm which older Huntington County vital records are held at the state level, including marriage records that predate the modern statewide courts database by many decades.
FamilySearch offers free access to many indexed Huntington County marriage records going back to the 1800s. The Indiana State Library genealogy division also maintains in-person research resources for those who can visit Indianapolis to access older Huntington County documents not yet digitized.
The Indiana State Library genealogy collection includes indexes and materials for many Indiana counties, and staff can assist researchers looking for older Huntington County marriage records that are not yet available in online databases.
Cities in Huntington County
Huntington County has no cities that meet the 25,000-population threshold for a dedicated city records page. The city of Huntington is the county seat and the largest community in the county. All Huntington County residents apply for marriage licenses at the clerk's office at 201 N. Jefferson St in Huntington by appointment.