Jun 16th, 2008
Marriage Equality in California
Marriage licenses in California are now available to all couples, regardless of gender. Get ready for fabulous photos and tear-jerking tales of celebration. The first couple to marry this evening will be Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin (below, in 2004) who have been waiting for this day since 1952.
If you are considering marriage in California for you and your beloved, it’s a good idea to take a look at these FAQ from Equality California.
Bad news: If you travel to California to get married, when you return home, your marriage certificate is legally worthless. (This, of course, doesn’t stop people from going just to make a statement and have the chance to spend some time in a place where their vows are honored.)
Good news: If you have a marriage certificate from Canada and/or Massachusetts, there’s no need to get one from California. The one you have counts in their state, too.