Access Bollinger County Marriage License

Bollinger County marriage license records are managed by Recorder of Deeds Sheila J. Koenig at the Bollinger County courthouse in Marble Hill. If you plan to get married in Bollinger County, you need to visit the Bollinger County Recorder's office on High Street to apply. Bollinger County has kept marriage records since 1851. Whether you want a new license or need a copy of an older one, the Bollinger County Recorder can help. This page has everything you need to know about the process and where to search for records.

Bollinger County Marriage License Office

Sheila J. Koenig serves as the Bollinger County Recorder of Deeds. Her office is at 204 High Street in Marble Hill. The phone number is (573) 238-1070 and the fax is (573) 238-2225. You can email the office at sheila.koenig@bollingercounty.net. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

The Bollinger County government website has department listings and contact details for the Bollinger County Recorder of Deeds. The Bollinger County office processes marriage licenses, land records, and other official documents. Electronic recording is available through approved vendors. The Missouri Recorders Association also lists Bollinger County in their statewide directory.

Both people must appear at the Bollinger County Recorder's office at the same time to apply for a marriage license. Bring valid photo identification and your Social Security information. The Bollinger County Recorder will take your application and process it during business hours. Walk-ins are accepted. Call ahead if you have marriage license questions about the current marriage license fee or office schedule.

Bollinger County was created on March 1, 1851, from Wayne, Cape Girardeau, and Stoddard Counties. The courthouse burned in 1866, but records were saved. That means marriage license records from 1851 are still on file. The Bollinger County Archives and History Center has extra resources for genealogists researching older marriage license records.

Bollinger County Marriage License Application

Missouri sets the rules for all marriage license applications. Under RSMo 451.040, a three-day marriage license waiting period starts after you file. You come back to the Bollinger County Recorder after three days to pick up the marriage license. A judge can waive the wait. No blood test is needed.

You must be 18 to apply on your own. If you are between 15 and 17, a parent or guardian has to come with you. They must sign the marriage license application at the Bollinger County office. This is required by RSMo 451.090. Bring your driver's license, passport, or state-issued photo ID. Have your Social Security number ready too.

Once issued, your Bollinger County marriage license lasts 30 days. The ceremony can be held anywhere in Missouri. RSMo 451.100 says clergy, judges, and authorized religious leaders can perform marriages. After the marriage ceremony, the officiant signs the license and sends it back to the Bollinger County Recorder under RSMo 451.120.

Search Bollinger County Marriage Records

The Missouri State Archives has historical Bollinger County marriage records on microfilm from 1851. Some records are available in the online database. You can browse by document type and date. The Archives Research Room in Jefferson City is open for walk-ins, and remote research help is available for people who cannot visit.

The Missouri Statewide Marriage License Database covers records from 1805 to 2002 and includes Bollinger County entries. This is a free tool run by the Secretary of State's office. Search by name to find marriage license records across all Missouri counties. It is especially useful for genealogy research.

For court-related records such as divorce filings, the Missouri Case.net system provides free public access to non-confidential cases. Marriage licenses are not on Case.net. They are only available through the Bollinger County Recorder or the State Archives. The Circuit Clerk maintains official court records at the Bollinger County courthouse in Marble Hill.

Missouri Marriage License Information

The Missouri Bureau of Vital Records can issue a Certified Statement Relating to Marriage for $15. This shorter document has the names, date, and county. It is not a full certified copy of a Bollinger County marriage license, but it serves many legal and personal needs.

The Missouri Governor's Portal provides a summary of marriage and divorce law in the state. For Bollinger County questions, always confirm details directly with the Bollinger County Recorder's office. Access to marriage records falls under RSMo 193.255. Marriage records in Missouri are generally open to the public with the right ID and fee.

Note: Bollinger County marriage license fees and hours are subject to change. Call before you visit.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Bollinger County and each has its own Recorder of Deeds for marriage licenses.