Certified Copies of Marriage Certificates
Certified copies of marriage certificates are available through the Town Clerk’s Office for marriages that took place in North Canaan, Connecticut and for individuals who are eligible to request them.
A certified copy is a legal document with the raised seal of the Town Clerk and is accepted by government agencies for purposes such as:
✔ Name change
✔ Social Security
✔ Real ID/DMV
✔ Passport
✔ Insurance and benefits
✔ Legal proceedings
Who May Request a Certified Copy
Under Connecticut law, certified copies may be issued to:
- Either spouse named on the certificate
- Immediate family members (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild, sibling)
- Legal guardians or conservators
- Attorneys-at-law or legal representatives
- Individuals or agencies with a direct legal interest (documentation may be required)
Government-issued photo identification is required when requesting a certified copy.
Marriage Records We Can Provide
We can provide certified copies for marriage certificates if:
- The wedding took place in North Canaan, or
- One or both spouses lived in North Canaan when they got married
If neither condition applies, the certificate will be on file in the town where the marriage occurred and in the town where the spouses resided at the time
If you are unsure which town the marriage was recorded in, we can assist you with verification.
How to Request a Certified Copy
Request In Person
Visit the Town Clerk’s Office during posted office hours and bring:
- Valid photo ID
- Fee payment ($20.00)
Copies are typically issued while you wait.
Request By Mail
Please send:
- Completed Certified Copy Request Form
- Photocopy of valid photo ID
- Payment by check or money order
- Self-addressed stamped envelope (recommended)
Mail to:
North Canaan Town Clerk
100 Pease Street #7
North Canaan, CT 06018
Fees
Connecticut state law sets the fee for certified copies at:
- $20.00 per certified copy
Accepted payment types:
(Cash, Check, Money Order)
Processing Time
- In-person: Same day
- By mail: Typically 3–7 business days
(Additional mailing time may apply)
Required Identification
Acceptable forms of photo ID include:
- Driver's license
- State ID card
- Passport
- Military ID
If you cannot provide one of the above, please contact the Clerk’s Office for alternate documentation options.
Forms & Downloads
Contact the Town Clerk
For questions about eligibility or how to request records, please contact:
North Canaan Town Clerk
100 Pease Street #7
North Canaan, CT 06018
Phone: (860)824-7313 x 106
Email: townclerk@northcanaan.org
Office Hours:
Tuesday-Thursday 8:30am-3:30pm
Open for Lunch
