The Ripley County Clerk's Office is responsible for keeping and preserving public records for a local government in Ripley County, MO. As part of this job, Clerks often maintain Ripley County vital records, including marriage records. This can include marriage certificates and marriage license applications, which contain information such as names, parents' names, dates of birth, the location and date of the wedding, and the names of the officiant and witnesses, if any. These Ripley County marriage records may be required to legally change a name, apply for spousal benefits, or access other government services. These records are useful for legal purposes and for genealogical research. Many Clerk's Offices also issue certified Ripley County marriage certificates, which function as legal proof that a marriage is valid. Marriage records can be requested online from the Clerk's Office website.
Ripley County Clerk Doniphan MO 100 Court House Square 63935 314-615-1800