Code of Maine Rules
29 - DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE
250 - BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES
Bureau of Corporations, Elections and Commissions
Chapter 720 - RULES GOVERNING THE LICENSING OF MARRIAGE OFFICIANTS WHO ARE AUTHORIZED TO SOLEMNIZE MARRIAGES IN MAINE
Section 250-720-1 - ELIGIBILITY FOR A MARRIAGE OFFICIANT LICENSE

Universal Citation: 29 ME Code Rules § 250-720-1

Current through 2024-52, December 25, 2024

1. General eligibility requirements. To qualify for a marriage officiant license to solemnize marriages in this State, an individual must:

A. Be at least 18 years of age;

B. Be a resident of this State;

C. Demonstrate an ability to read and write the English language; and

D. Demonstrate an understanding of the laws and rules governing marriages in this state under Title 19-A chapter 23.

For purposes of this rule, being a "resident of this State" means having established a fixed and principal home in the State of Maine, to which the individual, whenever temporarily absent, intends to return.

2. Requirements for a commissioned notary public. An individual who has a valid commission as a notary public issued by the Secretary of State and is a resident of this State is automatically eligible for a marriage officiant license.

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