Planning a simple wedding or elopement in Paulding County? The Paulding County Probate Court can issue your marriage license, but obtaining a license and having a legal wedding ceremony are two separate parts of the process.
This guide explains the marriage-license information Paulding County currently publishes, what is not publicly confirmed about courthouse ceremonies, and how to plan photography for your celebration.
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How to Apply for a Paulding County Marriage License
Paulding County Probate Court issues marriage licenses. Completing the online marriage-license application before visiting is recommended but not mandatory.
Both applicants should appear together and bring the required identification and documentation. Paulding County lists a driver’s license or passport as acceptable identification.
If either applicant was previously married, the court requires:
- A copy of the former spouse’s death certificate when applicable, or
- A copy of the most recent final divorce decree signed by the judge
Georgia does not require a blood test to obtain a marriage license.
Review the official Paulding County marriage-license information before visiting the court.
Paulding County Probate Court Location and Hours
Marriage licenses are issued at:
Paulding County Probate Court280 Constitution Boulevard, Room 2009Dallas, GA 30132
The Probate Court’s published hours are:
Monday–Friday8:00 AM–4:00 PM
The official marriage-license page does not state that an appointment is required. If you complete the application online, tell the clerk when you arrive at the office.
Paulding County Marriage-License Fees
As of September 5, 2026, Paulding County lists the marriage-license fee as:
- $56 without proof of premarital counseling
- $16 with proof of at least six hours of qualifying premarital counseling
The premarital counseling certificate must be presented when applying for the license.
The court accepts cash, money orders, Visa, and MasterCard. Personal checks are not accepted, and a processing fee applies to debit or credit card payments.
Because fees and payment policies can change, confirm the current information on the Paulding County marriage-license page before visiting.
Does Paulding County Offer Courthouse Wedding Ceremonies?
Paulding County’s official website clearly explains how to obtain a marriage license, but it does not currently publish information confirming a standing courthouse wedding ceremony service.
Do not assume that receiving a marriage license means a ceremony is included or scheduled. Couples may need to arrange their own authorized officiant and ceremony location.
After the ceremony, the person who performs it sends the original completed marriage license to Probate Court for recording. Paulding County advises that it may take approximately 10 days after receiving the completed license before certified copies are available.
Guest and Photography Policies
As of September 5, 2026, Paulding County’s official Probate Court website does not publish:
- A courthouse wedding guest limit
- A reservation or walk-in ceremony process
- A policy for professional wedding photographers
- A camera or photography-equipment policy
- A confirmed indoor courthouse portrait policy
Because a standing courthouse ceremony service is not publicly confirmed, the page should not promise that a ceremony or professional photography will be permitted inside the courthouse.
We’ll plan your photography around your confirmed ceremony location and any locations where photography access has been established.
Planning Your Paulding County Wedding Photography
Your wedding can still be simple and meaningful even if your legal ceremony does not take place inside the courthouse. You can obtain your marriage license through Paulding County and plan a brief ceremony with an authorized officiant at a private venue, home, outdoor setting, or another appropriate location.
Depending on your plans, photography may include:
- Details such as rings, flowers, and attire
- Your legal ceremony
- Photographs with family and friends
- Portraits of the two of you
- Additional portraits at another selected location
For ceremony and portrait coverage, explore our Atlanta Elopement Photography Packages. If you only need portraits before or after the legal ceremony, view our Wedding Portrait Photography Options.
Compare Other Georgia Courthouse Options
If you are specifically looking for a court with a publicly confirmed on-site ceremony program, visit our Guide to Courthouse Weddings in Georgia to compare other locations and procedures.
Ready to discuss your Paulding County wedding or portrait plans? Contact Jaimie Dee Photography to tell us about your ceremony, preferred location, and photography ideas.
Information last reviewed September 5, 2026, using Paulding County Probate Court’s official marriage-license and court information.