A marriage license must be obtained prior to having a ceremony, and may be obtained at the same time as your scheduled ceremony. Resources and information to help you navigate your court case, including step-by-step guides for following procedures and help with understanding your options.An affidavit is a sworn statement of fact that can be used in a variety of legal proceedings, from bankruptcy cases to family and civil litigation matters. Certificate of Interested Entities or Persons. Please order the marriage certificate from the Recorder or County Clerk of the county where the license was issued. If a marriage certificate is not in English it must be translated. Marriage certificate.