The bill amends section 3101.05 of the Revised Code to require individuals applying for a marriage license to provide identity verification through photo identification. Specifically, each applicant must present valid documentary proof of identity, which can include a passport, a driver's license, or any government- or school-issued identification card that shows their date of birth. Additionally, the bill stipulates that applicants must also provide documentary proof of age through various acceptable documents, such as a birth certificate or a baptismal record.

Furthermore, the bill establishes penalties for applicants who knowingly provide false information in their marriage license applications, classifying such actions as falsification under existing law. It also prohibits licensing officers from issuing a marriage license if they have not received the required documentation or if they suspect any statements made in the application are false. The existing section 3101.05 of the Revised Code is repealed to accommodate these changes.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3101.05
As Reported By House Committee: 3101.05