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Florida Marriage Records by County
Note: There are 67 Counties in Florida
Don't know the County? But know the town? Search for County Name
Florida marriage records are maintained in many different areas of responsibility.
The need for accurate statistical data on epidemics and the causes of death was instrumental in
establishing Florida's present day vital statistics registration system.
Before 1899, some cities enacted city ordinances requiring the recording of marriage records
and provided their own system for vital records.
The City of Key West has the oldest known genealogy records, dating back to 1865.
A law was enacted in 1927 providing for the centralization of marriage and divorce records.
Currently, the Office of Vital Statistics maintains approximately 21.5 million vital records.
If the event you are requesting took place in Florida, you may get certifications from the
following specified locations:
- State Office of Vital Statistics
All Vital Events Recorded in Florida
- Most Local County Public Health Units
Certifications of Birth and Death
- County Clerk of Court
Copies of Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Reports
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State Records Office:
Office of Vital Statistics
Attn: Customer Services
Post Office Box 210
Jacksonville, FL 32231-0042
Phone: (904) 359-6900 Ext. 9000
Fax: (904) 359-6633
Florida Marriage Records
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