Require photo identification when applying for a marriage license
What changed between versions
Added a mandatory requirement for applicants to present current, valid documentary proof of identity, such as a passport, driver's license, or government-issued ID showing their date of birth.
Added a mandatory requirement for applicants to present documentary proof of age, listing specific acceptable documents like birth certificates, baptismal records, or immigration records.
Modified the affidavit process for applicants unable to appear in court due to illness or disability, requiring them to file a detailed affidavit with the court at the time of application.
Added a specific penalty stating that knowingly making a false statement on a marriage license application is guilty of falsification under the Revised Code.
Added a provision stating that any fines collected for violations of this section must be paid to the county for use together with prosecution costs.
Removed the requirement for applicants to state their father's name and mother's maiden name on the marriage license application.