The Athens County Clerk's Office is responsible for keeping and preserving public records for a local government in Athens County, OH. As part of this job, Clerks often maintain Athens 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 Athens 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 Athens 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.
Athens County Clerk Athens OH 1002 East State Street 45701 740-592-3242
Lee Township Clerk Albany OH 4744 Factory Road 45710 740-698-7068