The $75 Simple Legal Wedding
Many couples searching for a Justice of the Peace or courthouse wedding in South Carolina are surprised to learn that most South Carolina courts no longer perform marriage ceremonies.
While the Probate Court issues marriage licenses, it stopped legally marrying couples at the courthouse over a decade ago. As a result, after obtaining your marriage license, you must still have an authorized officiant perform the legal requirements of marriage.
That’s where a Simple Legal Wedding comes in.
What Is a Simple Legal Wedding?
A Simple Legal Wedding is a brief, in-office legal marriage designed for couples who want to be legally married without a traditional ceremony.
Some refer to this as a “Sign and Go” wedding, but at its core, this service fulfills South Carolina’s legal requirements making you officially married.
This service is ideal if you:
Are searching for a courthouse wedding or a Justice of the Peace
Want to be legally married without a full ceremony
Are planning a wedding celebration later, but need to be married now
Need a fast, professional, no-stress legal marriage
What’s Included
Complimentary consultation by phone or email
Scheduled in-office appointment
Performance of a simple legal marriage (not a traditional ceremony)
Certification and filing of your marriage license
Name Change Guide
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$75.00
Frequently Asked Questions
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All Simple Legal Weddings take place in our office. This service is offered as a convenient alternative to a courthouse wedding or Justice of the Peace.
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Most appointments for Simple Legal Weddings take approximately 10-15 minutes from start to finish.
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No. This is not a full traditional ceremony. This service is designed solely to fulfill South Carolina’s legal requirements for marriage.
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Yes. You may bring up to two witnesses with you.
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There is no required dress code. Couples are welcome to dress casually or nicely — whatever feels appropriate and comfortable for you.
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No. There is no changing area available. Please arrive fully dressed and ready for your appointment.
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Simple Legal Weddings are typically scheduled Monday–Friday during daytime hours.
Evening or weekend appointments may be available based on availability for an additional fee.
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While South Carolina Probate Courts issue marriage licenses, most courts no longer perform marriage ceremonies. This change occurred over ten years ago, which is why couples now need an authorized officiant to legally marry them.
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This service functions as a Justice of the Peace or courthouse wedding alternative, fulfilling the same legal purpose, but performed privately in an office setting by a licensed officiant.
“Eric helped my husband and I get legally married here in the US before we left for our destination wedding. He was fantastic! He made everything so simple, and his instructions on name change/certified copies were very clear and easy to understand! I would recommend him to anyone!”
Ready to Be Legally Married?
If you’re looking for a courthouse wedding alternative in Myrtle Beach or a Justice of the Peace option, a Simple Legal Wedding offers a fast, professional, and stress-free solution.