The cost is $20.00 for the 1st copy and $6.00 for additional copies of the same record. Your check or money order should be made payable to “Williamson County Clerk, IL”.
Requesting a Certified Copy
Fax: 618-993-2071.
Mail: Williamson County Clerk and Recorder: Amanda Barnes
407 N Monroe, Suite 119, Marion, Illinois 62959
Request form
You may obtain a certified copy by providing the following:
- Names on the record
- Date of Civil Union
- Place of Civil Union
- Photocopy of your ID
The cost is $20.00 for the 1st copy and $6.00 for additional copies of the same record. Your check or money order should be made payable to “Williamson County Clerk, IL”.
Apply For a Civil Union License in Williamson County, Illinois
Where To Apply:
Williamson County Clerk and Recorder
Amanda Barnes
407 N Monroe, Suite 119
Marion, Illinois 62959
When To Apply:
You and your partner must appear at the Office of the County Clerk. The license must be obtained at least 1 day prior to being used. The license is void 60 days after the effective date. The license must be used in Williamson County.
Fee: The fee for a civil license is $50.00.
Qualifications
Age: In order to enter into a civil union in Illinois, you must be at least 18 years of age.
Proof of Age: It is necessary to show proof of age when you apply for a civil union license. A valid Driver’s License or State ID is acceptable.
Non-Residents: Non-Residents cannot obtain a civil union license if said civil union would be void in their state.
Return of License: The Officiate to the ceremony must return the license to the County Clerk’s Office within 10 days after the date of the civil union.
Use of Civil Union License: The license becomes valid the day after it is issued and is valid for 60 days. You must have the civil union certified in Williamson County. A person referred to as the officiate will certify the Civil Union.
Who Can Certify A Civil Union: A civil union may be certified by a judge, a retired judge of a court of record or in accordance with the rules of any religion, Indian Nation or Tribe provided that any required officiate is in good standing.
Civil Union By A Judge: If you wish to be married by a judge, arrangements must be made with the Chief Judges Office by calling 618-997-1301 ext. 3556. After paying the required judges’ fee in the Circuit Clerk’s Office, in the courthouse, you will be directed to the court room where ceremonies are performed.
- Last Updated:
