NORWALK, Calif. — Nearly 300 amorous couples took advantage of the most romantic day of the year Friday to get hitched at Los Angeles County clerk's offices across the region.
According to the county Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk's Office, a total of 286 couples were married at the four clerk's offices on Valentine's Day.
"Valentine's Day is a beautiful reminder of love and commitment, and our department is honored to be a part of such a special moment in people's lives," Dean Logan, Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk, said in a statement. "Helping couples begin their journey together is a privilege we cherish, and we take pride in making the process as seamless and memorable as possible."
According to Logan's office, 113 couples took advantage of same-day marriage license and civil ceremony services at the Norwalk headquarters.
Another 173 couples were married at the clerk's field offices in East Los Angeles, Van Nuys and Beverly Hills.
Although Valentine's Day is by far the most popular day for such ceremonies, the services are offered year-round. The county charges $35 for a civil wedding ceremony. A marriage license costs $91, but a confidential license costs just $85.
No appointments are required, although couples are urged to complete an online marriage license application before they arrive, to expedite the process.
The clerk's offices are located at:
- 12400 Imperial Highway, Norwalk;
- 4716 E. Cesar Chavez Blvd., building B, East Los Angeles;
- 14340 W. Sylvan St., Van Nuys; and
- 9355 Burton Way, fourth floor, Beverly Hills.
