Pennsylvania law requires a waiting period of at least three days after applying for a marriage license before it can be issued. Exceptions to this rule include emergencies and members of the armed forces called to active duty. The law aims to ensure proper consideration before marriage while allowing flexibility in special circumstances.
You must wait at least three days after applying before the marriage license can be issued.
Yes, the court may authorize an earlier license issuance in cases of emergency or if the applicant is a member of the armed forces called to active duty.
Yes, members of the Pennsylvania National Guard or other reserve components called to active duty may be eligible for an expedited license issuance.
The law was amended in 2004 to include exceptions, but the general three-day waiting period remains in effect unless an exception is granted.