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Dallas County Courthouse
A civil ceremony, with time for portraits together.
Get your marriage license from the Dallas County Clerk at the Records Building, 500 Elm Street, Suite 2100, or a county satellite office by appointment. Your ceremony is a separate appointment with the court or officiant you choose. Confirm that court's address, guest limit, and photography rules before planning travel or portraits; the license office is not a universal ceremony venue.
Collections from $1,200. Photography only. Full galleries in 5–10 business days, depending on your collection.
Why Couples Choose It
A civil ceremony lets you keep the celebration small and choose what follows: portraits together, a meal with family, or a longer reception. Budget for the marriage license, the chosen officiant's fee, photography, and any travel or celebration plans separately. Court fees and guest limits vary, so confirm them with the office performing your ceremony.
The Visual Opportunity
Choose portrait locations after confirming the exact ceremony address. Dallas County courts are in different parts of the county; a portrait route near one court may require a drive from another. Allow time for security, parking, family photographs, and travel. Ask your chosen court whether ceremony photography is permitted, then confirm access or permits for any separate portrait location.
What You Need to Bring
Complete the marriage-license application online before visiting the County Clerk. The Records Building license office is at 500 Elm Street, Suite 2100; county satellite offices require appointments. For the ceremony, bring your issued Texas marriage license and anything your chosen court asks for. Confirm the license timing, appointment, address, accepted payment, guest limit, and photography permissions directly with that court.
Common Questions
Dallas County Courthouse FAQ
How do I get a marriage license in Dallas County?+
Complete the application online, then visit the Dallas County Clerk at the Records Building, 500 Elm Street, Suite 2100. The county also offers satellite offices by appointment. Check the Clerk's current identification, payment, and timing requirements before you go; getting a license and arranging a ceremony are separate steps.
Can I photograph the ceremony itself?+
Ask your chosen court or officiant before booking coverage. Photography permissions, guest limits, and equipment rules depend on that office and location. Plan separate portraits only after confirming access.
Do I need a witness?+
Dallas County Justice of the Peace 3-1 states that witnesses are not required. Confirm the guest limit and any other ceremony requirements with your chosen court.
What should I wear?+
Wear something you feel comfortable being photographed in, and check any dress or security requirements with your chosen court. Allow for weather and walking if your portrait plans include an outdoor location.
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