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Colorado Marriage

Marriage documents in Colorado help formalize personal relationships. Our attorney-drafted templates are fast and easy to complete.

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Colorado Premarital Agreements Package

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Common Colorado Marriage documents

  • Marriage License — needed to legally marry in Colorado.
  • Marriage Certificate — official record of the marriage once it is completed.
  • Marriage Application — form to apply for a marriage license.
  • Marriage Registration Form — document to officially register the marriage.
  • Marriage Affidavit — sworn statement regarding the marriage.
  • Marriage Contract — agreement detailing the terms of the marriage.

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Similar documents: key differences

  • Marriage License vs. Marriage Certificate — A license permits marriage; a certificate proves it.
  • Civil Marriage vs. Religious Marriage — Civil marriage is state-recognized, while religious marriage follows faith-based guidelines.
  • Marriage Application vs. Marriage License — An application is a request; a license is the approval to marry.
  • Common-Law Marriage vs. Formal Marriage — Common-law marriage is based on cohabitation and agreement, while formal marriage requires a ceremony.

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FAQs

Yes, a marriage license is required to legally marry in Colorado.

A marriage license allows you to marry; a marriage certificate proves the marriage occurred.

You can request a copy from the county clerk's office where your marriage was recorded.

You may need to apply for a replacement through the issuing county clerk's office.

Many counties in Colorado offer online applications, but check specific requirements first.

Glossary

  • Marriage License - Document granting permission to marry.
  • Marriage Certificate - Official record of a completed marriage.
  • Marriage Contract - Agreement outlining terms of the marriage.
  • Cohabitation - Living together as a couple without formal marriage.
  • Affidavit - Written statement confirmed by oath.
  • Registration - Process of officially recording the marriage.
  • Witness - Person who observes the marriage ceremony.
  • Notarization - Process of verifying a document's authenticity through a notary public.
  • Common-Law Marriage - Marriage recognized based on agreement and cohabitation.
  • Civil Marriage - Marriage recognized by the state.

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