Pursuant to section 401(a)&(b) of the California Family Code, the Riverside County Clerk is designated as the Commissioner of Civil Marriages for Riverside County. As the Commissioner of Civil Marriages, the County Clerk may appoint commissioners who may solemnize a marriage under the direction of the Commissioner of Civil Marriages. The person wishing to be appointed as a commissioner of civil marriages for a day must meet the following criteria:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Appear in person at the County Clerk's Office
- Present current governmental issued I.D.
- Know location and date of ceremony
- Pay a fee of $59.00 (non-refundable)
To apply and continue please complete the application.