Las Vegas is a popular wedding destination. But despite pop culture depicting Sin City as the place to go for quickie marriages, there are still a few legal requirements that must be met before your Vegas wedding dream becomes a reality.
Here’s a general legal overview of how to get married in Las Vegas:
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At this time, Nevada law only allows a male and female to be married, so same-sex couples seeking domestic partnership should contact Nevada’s Secretary of State’s office for more information.
If you need more legal advice on how to get married in Las Vegas, consult a family law attorney who practices there or in a city near you.
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- Destination Weddings: Legal Issues to Remember (FindLaw’s Law and Daily Life)
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