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About Florida Notaries

Looking for a Florida wedding officiant? Visit findaJP.com to learn more about Florida wedding laws and to search for a Florida notary. Are you a Florida notary? Learn more about the benefits of a JPus membership. The Governor’s Reference Manual for Florida Notaries Florida Notaries Perform Marriages When a secular ceremony is desired, a notary is frequently called upon to be the officiant. The rules for obtaining and filing marriage licenses are: Every marriage license is issued by a county court judge or clerk of the circuit court under his or her hand and seal. Marriage licenses are issued by counties […]

Northwest Florida Region

The Northwest Region of Florida, also known as the panhandle, is a popular destination wedding area. While some venues are high-end resorts, others are budget-friendly.  If you’re looking for a beautiful Gulf of Mexico waterside ceremony, with the fine white sand between your toes, the options abound. or inland at gardens, parks and mansions – there are many options to choose from. Unsure what is the right place for you? Let your notary know what you are looking for, and he or she will likely have suggestions. Find a Wedding Officiant in Florida’s Northwest Region Apalachicola Milton Panama City Pensacola […]

Northeast Florida Region

The Northeast Region of Florida is drivable from much of the southeastern states – which means it is an affordable and convenient destination wedding location.  Venues along the Atlantic Ocean, or inland at gardens, parks and mansions – there are many options to choose from. Unsure what is the right place for you? Let your notary know what you are looking for, and he or she will likely have suggestions. Find a Wedding Officiant in Florida’s Northeast Region Cedar Key Daytona Beach Gainesville Jacksonville St. Augustine Some Favorite  Wedding Venues In High Springs, The Opera House is the perfect venue for […]

Suncoast Region, Florida

Florida’s Suncoast offers the best of all worlds. Luscious beaches along the Gulf of Mexico, or beautiful and serene landscapes inland. Don’t let a fear of a high price tag scare you away. While the area boasts many high end, luxurious wedding venues, there are numerous charming and affordable spots as well. Unsure what is the right place for you? Let your notary know what you are looking for, and he or she will likely have suggestions. Find a Wedding Officiant in Florida’s Suncoast Region Clearwater FL Marco Island FL Naples FL Sarasota FL St. Petersburg FL Tampa FL Some […]

Southern Florida Region

Florida’s Southern Region is the home of the Gold Coast, from Miami’s South Beach to the Everglades and Keys. Whether boutiquey hotels and night clubs are your thing, or getting back to mother earth along the coast and nature preserves. Destination weddings venues and  hidden gems for the locals, the area has venues for all budgets. Unsure what is the right place for you? Let your notary know what you are looking for, and he or she will likely have suggestions. Find a Wedding Officiant in Florida’s Southern Region Homestead Key-West Miami Some Favorite Venues A low-key spot in the […]

Town Hall Wedding

Elopement how-to

There are many ways to think about eloping. Indeed, it comes down to this. You want it done quick. And done right. No muss, no fuss. Here is what you need to know. Marriage License Marriage licenses are issued by the city or town clerk. You’ll need ID and there is usually a small fee. Check out these state-specific details: Info on getting the marriage license in Connecticut Florida marriage license information Information to get a Maine marriage license In Massachusetts, marriage license how-tos New Hampshire marriage license information To get a marriage license in Vermont Select Your Officiant All […]

Southeast Florida Region

The Southeast Region includes Broward County to the south, north to Indian River County. Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie counties are in-between. The warmer winter weather beckons those seeking an ideal destination wedding location, or hidden gems for the locals. The area has venues for all budgets. Unsure what is the right place for you? Let your notary know what you are looking for, and he or she will likely have suggestions. Find a Wedding Officiant in Florida’s Southeast Region Fort-Lauderdale Port-St.-Lucie Vero-Beach West-Palm-Beach Some Favorite Venues Unique and worthy of a destination wedding, Manatee Lagoon has several venue […]

Central Florida Region

The Central Region spans the entire width of the state, with coastal venues on both coasts. The Atlantic Ocean’s beaches and beauty, and the Gulf of Mexico’s serene nooks are all options to suit your wedding needs. If youthful adventure is more your style, an amusement park wedding in Orlando is always an option. Florida is a convenient destination wedding, and because flights are often more affordable, it works with those minding their budget, too. Unsure what is the right place for you? Let your notary know what you are looking for, and he or she will likely have suggestions. […]

Vermont Town Clerk Conference

Swing by and visit JPus at the Vermont Town Clerk Association’s Annual Conference. The action is at Lake Morey Resort, in Fairlee. We are looking forward to spending time with our friends and colleagues: Town clerks. Being able to talk about our wonderful JP members and share material promoting findaJP.com is what it is all about. We hope that if you’re in the area you’ll stop to see us too.

Vermont JPs

About Vermont JPs Information from the Vermont Justice of the Peace Guide   HOW TO BECOME A JUSTICE OF THE PEACE To become a justice of the peace, you must be elected at a general election or be appointed to fill a vacancy. Although elected by a town, justices of the peace are actually county officers.  ELECTION OF JUSTICES A person must be a legal voter of the town and have been nominated by party caucus or, failing that, by the town committee in order to be elected justice of the peace. A person may also run as an independent. NUMBER […]

States and Municipalities

Town, City and County Clerks Clerks and JPs: A Natural Partnership Town and county clerks are important and valued stakeholders of the Justice of the Peace Association. They have a complementary relationship with JPs, as both engage with couples at different stages of the marriage’s legal process. We love to work together to achieve our shared goals, like we did with Connecticut and Massachusetts town clerks when we squashed proposed JP for a Day legislation in Connecticut. Or efforts in Massachusetts to address the problems with the One-Day Solemnizer rule. Email Sign-up Form Offices of the Secretaries of State Collaborating with the […]