Marriage Ceremonies

Weddings are set by appointment only. Marriage licenses must be used within 60 days from the date issued.

If you cannot keep you appointment, please call and cancel as early as possible.

Officiators


 

District Court Judges


District Court Judges may also perform wedding ceremonies. There is no charge for weddings performed during business hours; after-hours fees are set by the individual judge. Weddings may be scheduled by calling the following number:
  
     Court Administration - 701-857-6625 

Or

     http://www.ndcourts.gov/Court/municipal.asp


 Municipal Judges & Clergy


Municipal Judges and private clergy are also available for marriage ceremonies in their own jurisdictions.   
See your phone directory, or call:

  • Judge Ashley Beall, 857-4759 (Minot)
  • Judge Don Krebsbach, 701-833-8608 (Max)
  • Clerk of District Court Tina Berndt, 537-5729 (Towner)

Ward County Recorder Betty Braun may perform wedding ceremonies. The county charges a $30
fee when ceremonies are conducted during business hours; otherwise she sets the fee at
her discretion. For information, or to set an appointment, call 701-857-6413.