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Wedding Officiant
Same-Day Legal Wedding Officiant Services in Ridgecrest, CA
We offer simple, no-frills legal wedding officiant services for couples who just want to get legally married. Quick, professional, and affordable - right here in Ridgecrest, Kern County.
What We Do
Not every couple wants a big ceremony. Some couples just want to get legally married - simply, quickly, and without the stress of an elaborate event. At By The People, we offer same-day wedding officiant services for couples in Ridgecrest and the surrounding Kern County area who are ready to make it official.
Tyler Brewer is a registered wedding officiant in the State of California. We can perform a simple, legally recognized marriage ceremony at our Ridgecrest office on the same day you come in, provided all required documents are in order. The ceremony is brief, professional, and legally binding
Whether you are eloping, want a courthouse-style wedding without the wait, or simply prefer a quiet and private ceremony, we are here to make the process easy and stress-free.
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Who We Help
We assist couples throughout Kern County and the surrounding area who want a simple, legal marriage ceremony without the cost or complexity of a traditional wedding. This service is ideal for couples who are eloping, want a quick office wedding, or prefer a private ceremony with no guests.
This service is available in person at our Ridgecrest office. Remote officiant services are not available for this service as the ceremony must be performed in person.
We are not attorneys and cannot provide legal advice. All document preparation services are provided at your specific direction, as permitted under California Business and Professions Code sections 6400 to 6415.
What is Included
Our wedding officiant service includes everything needed for a simple, legally recognized marriage ceremony in California.
● In-Person Marriage Ceremony
A brief, professional, and legally binding marriage ceremony performed at our Ridgecrest office by a registered California officiant.
● Marriage License Review
We will review your California marriage license before the ceremony to ensure everything is in order and ready to be signed.
● Signing of the Marriage License
We sign and complete the marriage license as the officiating party following the ceremony.
● Certificate of Marriage (informational copy)
We provide an informational copy of your completed marriage license for your records. The official certified copy is obtained from the county clerk's office after filing.
What to Expect
What to Expect When Working With Us
Scheduling your wedding with us is simple. Contact us to confirm availability and book your appointment. On the day of your ceremony, bring your valid California marriage license issued by the Kern County Clerk's office - we cannot perform the ceremony without it. The ceremony itself takes only a few minutes and is held at our Ridgecrest office. Following the ceremony, we will sign and complete your marriage license. You can then submit it to the county clerk to receive your official certified copy.
Service Areas
Other Services Near You
We serve clients throughout California from our Ridgecrest office. Our primary service area is Kern County. We also assist clients remotely across all counties listed below.
Ready to Make It Official?
Schedule your same-day wedding appointment today. Just bring your valid California marriage license and we will take care of the rest.
Or call us: (760) 382-2481