Chart: State Marriage License and Blood Test Requirements

Here's a summary of each state's laws regarding premarital procedures, including blood tests, waiting periods before marriage, and the like. Because state laws in this area have been changing rapidly -- many states have recently eliminated blood tests, for example -- you should check with your county clerk's office before you rely on these rules. (For more information about marriage procedures, read Nolo's article Marriage Requirements, Licenses, and Ceremonies FAQ.)