Marriage records in Litchfield, Connecticut, are available through several channels. LitchfieldCourt.us allows you to quickly find public information about marriage records in this county. Additionally, copies of marriage certificates can be obtained directly from the Town Clerk's office in Litchfield, through the Connecticut State Vital Records Office, either in person or by mail.
Litchfield Marriage Records Search
In Connecticut, marriage records are maintained at the municipal level — the Town Clerk's office of the city where the marriage license was issued is responsible. For Litchfield, this function is performed by the Town Clerk of Litchfield. The collection includes issued marriage licenses, registered marriage certificates, as well as historical records dating back to the early years of the city's existence. The State of Connecticut also maintains centralized copies through the Department of Public Health, starting from 1897.
Contact information for the office:
Town Clerk, Town of Litchfield
We recommend calling in advance to confirm office hours and the availability of the required record.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Litchfield
Fees for copies of marriage records in Connecticut are set according to state law (Connecticut General Statutes § 7-73). Below are the standard rates:
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Certified copy of a marriage certificate | $20.00 |
| Each additional copy (in one order) | $20.00 |
| Record search (if the exact date is unknown) | Included in the cost of the copy |
Uncertified or informational copies are generally not issued separately at the municipal level in Connecticut. Processing times depend on the method of request submission: in-person requests often result in same-day issuance, while mail requests may take two to four weeks. If the record is ordered through the State Vital Records Office, processing time may be longer.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Litchfield
There are several ways to order a marriage certificate registered in Litchfield.
Online
The State of Connecticut offers the option to order certified copies of vital records through the official portal of the Department of Public Health. Visit the Vital Records contact page to find links to the online ordering system or learn about current electronic submission options.
In Person
Visit the Town Clerk's office at:
What to bring with you:
- A valid government-issued photo ID
- If no photo ID is available — at least two alternative documents (e.g., social security card and another identity-verifying document)
These requirements are described on the Litchfield Vital Records page.
By Mail
Send a request to the Town Clerk's address. Include in the letter:
- A written request specifying the names of the spouses and the approximate date of marriage
- A copy of a photo ID
- A check or money order for $20.00, payable to "Town of Litchfield"
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
Mailing address:
Note: The Town Clerk's office does not keep court documents, such as divorce decrees. To obtain such records, you need to contact the Litchfield Superior Court. More information on divorces can be found on the Vital Records divorce page.