The bill amends section 3101.05 of the Revised Code to enhance the requirements for obtaining a marriage license in Ohio. It mandates that each person seeking a marriage license must present current and valid documentary proof of identity, which can include a passport, a driver's license, or any government- or school-issued identification card that shows the person's date of birth. Additionally, applicants must provide documentary proof of age from a specified list of acceptable documents, such as a birth certificate or immigration record.

Furthermore, the bill establishes penalties for applicants who knowingly provide false information in their applications or affidavits, classifying such actions as falsification under section 2921.13 of the Revised Code. It also stipulates that no marriage license shall be issued if the licensing officer has not received the required documentation or has reason to believe 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 The existing section 3101.05 of the Revised Code is repealed to accommodate these changes.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