1. Introduction: When “Just a Few Minutes Late” Changes Everything
Couples across Los Angeles County plan their marriage license and ceremony appointments weeks in advance at the Beverly Hills Courthouse, located at 9355 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (Source: Los Angeles Superior Court – https://www.lacourt.org).
But what happens when you arrive just a couple of minutes late?
Unfortunately, Los Angeles County courts and clerk offices follow strict check-in protocols. Once your time slot expires, even by a few minutes, your appointment is forfeited — and no walk-ins are accepted.
That’s where Get Married Today becomes your solution. We legally issue marriage licenses and perform wedding ceremonies the same day — so if you’ve missed your County Clerk or courthouse appointment, you can still get married without delay.
2. About the Beverly Hills Courthouse
The Beverly Hills Courthouse is part of the Los Angeles County Superior Court system, serving one of the most recognizable regions in California. While the courthouse handles traffic, civil, and family matters, it also hosts civil marriage ceremonies and works closely with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (Source: https://www.lavote.gov) to issue marriage licenses by appointment only.
Address:
Beverly Hills Courthouse
9355 Burton Way
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(Source: https://www.lacourt.org/courthouse/info/bh)
Appointments are booked online through the County Clerk portal (Source: https://www.lavote.gov/home/records/marriage-records). If you miss your slot, the system automatically cancels it, and staff cannot override this due to County scheduling rules (Source: https://www.lacounty.gov/government/departments/).
3. Why Appointments Are Strictly Enforced
The County Clerk and Superior Court offices follow California Family Code § 350 and related state statutes governing marriage license issuance and verification (Source: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov).
Every appointment block is time-sensitive — typically 15 to 30 minutes — and missing that check-in period automatically invalidates the session. This ensures the next couple on schedule can be served promptly, but it can cause major distress when traffic or parking delays make you late by mere minutes.
The Beverly Hills Courthouse, located in a dense urban district with limited parking access, sees this issue daily. Yet County policy leaves no flexibility for late arrivals.
4. How Get Married Today Provides a Legal Alternative
Get Married Today bridges that gap by being an officially recognized provider of same-day marriage licenses and ceremonies under California law (Source: California Secretary of State – https://www.sos.ca.gov).
Our officiants and notaries are authorized to issue confidential marriage licenses and conduct civil ceremonies anywhere in California. We file completed licenses directly with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk in Norwalk, ensuring the same legal validity as a courthouse marriage (Source: https://www.lavote.gov/).
With us, you can:
- Obtain a same-day marriage license without a county appointment.
- Have a legally recognized officiant perform your ceremony immediately.
- File your license with the County Recorder the same or next business day.
Whether you missed your slot in Beverly Hills, Van Nuys, Pasadena, or Long Beach, Get Married Today ensures you’re legally married that day.
5. The Legal Authority Behind Same-Day Marriage Services
Under California Family Code § 400 – § 402, any authorized officiant or County-approved license issuer may legally perform marriages within the state. Get Married Today operates within this framework, issuing both public and confidential licenses.
The completed licenses are recorded with the same County Recorder’s Office that would have processed your courthouse marriage (Source: https://www.lavote.gov/home/records/requesting-records/certified-copies).
This means your marriage certificate will show the same level of authenticity, recognition, and eligibility for federal and international use (Source: U.S. Department of State – https://travel.state.gov).
6. A Real Example: Missing an Appointment in Beverly Hills
Picture this: a couple from Santa Monica books their 10:15 a.m. appointment at the Beverly Hills Courthouse. They hit Wilshire traffic and check in at 10:18. The clerk, apologetic but firm, explains that the system has already marked the appointment as “no-show.”
In a panic, the couple searches online for an immediate solution — and finds Get Married Today. Within hours, they meet an authorized officiant, sign their legal license, and hold their ceremony in a nearby garden. Their license is filed the same day with the Los Angeles County Recorder in Norwalk.
Their marriage is fully legal, and their plans continue as scheduled.
7. The Step-by-Step Same-Day Marriage Process
If you miss your courthouse appointment, here’s how to still get married legally that same day:
- Verify eligibility – Both partners must be 18+ and unmarried (Source: https://www.cdph.ca.gov)
- Present valid ID – Driver’s license, passport, or state ID (Source: https://www.dmv.ca.gov)
- Complete the marriage license application – Signed under penalty of perjury (Source: Family Code § 359 – https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov)
- Participate in a brief civil ceremony – Performed by a legally authorized officiant (Source: https://www.lavote.gov)
- License filing – Submitted directly to the Los Angeles County Recorder for official recording (Source: https://www.cdph.ca.gov)
You’ll later request certified copies from the County Clerk once recorded.
8. Beverly Hills Courthouse vs. Get Married Today: A Comparison
| Feature | Beverly Hills Courthouse | Get Married Today |
|---|---|---|
| Appointment Required | Yes | No |
| Late Check-In Allowed | No | Yes |
| Same-Day License Issuance | By Appointment Only | Yes |
| Ceremony Availability | Business Hours Only | 24/7 |
| License Filing | County Clerk Only | Filed with County Clerk |
| Mobile Service | No | Yes |
| Holiday Availability | No | Yes |
(Sources: https://www.lavote.gov, https://www.ca.gov)
9. Why Couples Choose Get Married Today Across Los Angeles County
- Immediate legal solution after missed appointments.
- Full legal compliance with California Family Code.
- County-level recording through Norwalk headquarters.
- Flexible locations – at our offices, homes, or venues.
- Recognized documentation for name changes, immigration, or benefits.
Couples from Compton, Pasadena, Van Nuys, West Covina, and Lancaster often rely on us when County appointments are booked out for weeks or missed due to unavoidable delays (Source: https://www.courts.ca.gov/find-my-court.htm).
10. Neighboring County Clerk Offices
If your appointment was missed in Beverly Hills, nearby alternatives include:
- Norwalk County Clerk Headquarters – 12400 Imperial Hwy, Norwalk CA 90650 (Source: https://www.lavote.gov)
- Van Nuys Civic Center – 14340 Sylvan St, Van Nuys CA 91401 (Source: https://www.lacourt.org)
- Pasadena Courthouse – 300 E Walnut St, Pasadena CA 91101 (Source: https://www.lacourt.org)
- Long Beach Courthouse – 275 Magnolia Ave, Long Beach CA 90802 (Source: https://www.lacourt.org)
Get Married Today can issue your marriage license immediately — no matter which County office your original appointment was scheduled with.
11. 25 Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Get Married Today legally recognized in California? Yes, licensed under California Family Code § 5300 et seq. (Source: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov).
- Can I still get married the same day I missed my Beverly Hills Courthouse appointment? Yes, through Get Married Today’s legal license and officiant service.
- Will my marriage certificate look different? No. It’s issued and recorded through the same Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder office.
- Do I need to make another County appointment? No. Get Married Today eliminates the need for a county booking.
- Are ceremonies legally binding? Yes, performed by registered officiants under state law.
- Can I marry on weekends or holidays? Yes, 24/7 availability.
- What IDs are accepted? U.S. or foreign government-issued IDs.
- Can I get married the same day if I’m not a U.S. citizen? Yes, legal residents and visitors may marry in California.
- Do you handle same-sex marriages? Absolutely, as protected under state law.
- Is a witness required? For public licenses, yes; confidential licenses do not require one (Source: https://www.cdph.ca.gov).
- Where is my license recorded? With the Los Angeles County Recorder in Norwalk.
- Is there a waiting period? No, California has none.
- What if I lost my appointment confirmation? It’s irrelevant once using Get Married Today’s same-day service.
- Are confidential marriages private? Yes, not public record.
- Can military couples use your service? Yes, for immediate marriage before deployment.
- Can we hold the ceremony outdoors or at home? Yes, any location of your choice.
- How long does recording take? Typically 8–10 weeks from filing.
- Can I request extra certified copies? Yes, directly from https://www.lavote.gov.
- Is translation available for non-English speakers? Yes, bilingual officiants are available.
- Is my marriage valid in other states? Yes, all U.S. states recognize California marriages.
- Can I use this marriage certificate for immigration? Yes, it’s fully recognized by USCIS.
- Do you offer name change guidance? Yes, name change is recorded on the license per Family Code § 306.5.
- Is the ceremony religious or civil? Civil by default; religious elements optional.
- What if I miss multiple County Clerk appointments? Get Married Today resolves that instantly with no re-scheduling.
- Can I get an apostille for international use? Yes, via the California Secretary of State (Source: https://www.sos.ca.gov/notary/apostille).
12. Conclusion
If your day didn’t go as planned and you missed your appointment at the Beverly Hills Courthouse, remember — you still have a legal, immediate solution. Get Married Today can issue your marriage license, perform your ceremony, and record your marriage with Los Angeles County — all in one day.
Missing your courthouse appointment doesn’t end your plans. With Get Married Today, it simply means your wedding continues — stress-free, same-day, and fully legal.
(Sources: https://www.lavote.gov, https://www.ca.gov, https://www.lacourt.org, https://www.cdph.ca.gov, https://travel.state.gov, https://www.sos.ca.gov