This bill amends Section 15-3-12 of the General Laws in Chapter 15-3, which relates to the solemnization of marriages. The amendment requires that ministers, elders, justices, wardens, or other persons who join individuals in marriage endorse and return the "License and Certificate of Marriage" form within two (2) business days following the date of the marriage. The amendment also clarifies that a filed form that is mailed and postmarked within the specified time frame will be considered filed in a timely manner. The bill takes effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
5443: 15-3-12