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California vital records forms
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Last verified November 10, 2026
Statewide forms
| Form | Record | Actions |
|---|---|---|
California Application to Amend a Marriage RecordForm VS 24C · Pamphlet and application to correct a public California marriage record, or to change a spouse's bride or groom designation to reflect gender identity. It is mailed to the state vital records office. It is not for confidential marriage certificates, which the county clerk handles. | MarriageCorrections and amendments | |
California Court Order Delayed Certificate of MarriageForm VS 122 · Two-part form: an order that a judge of the Superior Court of California signs to establish the fact of a marriage, and the delayed registration form. The petition is decided in Superior Court. A certified copy of the order is then mailed with the form to the state vital records office. | MarriageDelayed registration | |
California Power of Attorney for a Marriage LicenseForm VS 124 · Power of attorney that lets a member of the US Armed Forces stationed overseas in a conflict or war name a person to apply for a marriage license and take part in the ceremony. The original is presented at the County Clerk's office, not mailed to the state vital records office. | MarriageMarriage license |
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