Access Quincy Marriage Records

Quincy marriage records date to 1792 and are maintained by the Quincy City Clerk at 1305 Hancock Street. The Clerk holds records for marriages that took place in Quincy and processes certified copy requests for legal and personal use. You can also access older records through the Massachusetts State Archives, which holds vital records from 1841 to 1935. This page explains how to search Quincy marriage records, what they cost, and where to go for historical research.

Quincy City Clerk Office

The Quincy City Clerk is Nicole L. Crispo, C.M.C. The office is on the second floor at 1305 Hancock Street in Quincy Center. Staff handle marriage license applications, certified copy requests, and genealogy record searches. Joseph J. Newton serves as Assistant City Clerk. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. If you plan to apply for a marriage license, arrive at least one hour before closing so staff have time to process your paperwork.

The City Clerk's office is the official custodian of Quincy marriage records. Pre-1841 records are held exclusively at this office. From 1841 to 1935, both the Quincy City Clerk and the Massachusetts State Archives hold copies. Records from 1936 forward are at both the Quincy City Clerk and the Massachusetts RVRS (Registry of Vital Records and Statistics).

Quincy Marriage Certificate Copies

Certified copies of Quincy marriage records are $10 in person and $12 by mail or online. These certified copies are accepted for legal purposes including name changes, passport applications, and insurance updates. Genealogy copies, which are not certified for legal use, cost $2 each and are useful for family history research when you do not need an official document.

If you do not know the exact date of a marriage, the office charges a search fee of $10. That fee is refunded if the record is not found. When you make a request, provide the full names of both spouses and the approximate year. More detail means faster results. For mail requests, send your request to the Quincy City Clerk at 1305 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02169. Include a check or money order for the applicable fee and your return address. In-person requests can typically be fulfilled the same day.

For marriages from 1931 forward, the Massachusetts RVRS at 150 Mount Vernon Street, Dorchester also holds state copies. In-person copies from RVRS are $20, mail requests are $32, and VitalChek orders are $54. You can order state copies at mass.gov/how-to/order-a-birth-marriage-or-death-certificate.

Note: Always order extra certified copies when you first request them. Many agencies require original certified copies, not photocopies.

Marriage Licenses in Quincy

Both people must appear in person at the Quincy City Clerk to apply for a marriage license. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Staff will have you complete a marriage intention form. Massachusetts law under MGL Chapter 207, Section 28 requires a 3-day waiting period after you file. The license fee in Quincy is approximately $40 to $50. Call the office at 617-376-1131 to confirm the current fee before your visit.

Once issued, the license is valid for 60 days. Your ceremony must happen within that period. Both parties must be at least 18 years old under MGL Chapter 207, Section 7. There is no residency requirement. You can get a license in Quincy even if you live elsewhere in Massachusetts or in another state. If you need to skip the waiting period, apply for a court waiver under MGL Chapter 207, Section 30 at the Norfolk County Probate and Family Court. The waiver costs $195.

Searching Quincy Marriage Records Online

The Massachusetts State Archives maintains an online vital records search database at sec.state.ma.us/vitalrecordssearch. This free tool covers records from 1841 to 1930 and includes Quincy marriages from that period. You can search by name and filter by year or town. It is a good starting point for genealogy work or finding records from the 19th and early 20th centuries.

The RVRS website at mass.gov/orgs/registry-of-vital-records-and-statistics explains the state system for vital records, who qualifies to request them, and the fees. This is the state office that holds copies of all Massachusetts marriage records from 1931 forward, including Quincy records.

For older records, the Massachusetts State Archives at 220 Morrissey Boulevard in Boston holds Quincy vital records from 1841 to 1935. You can visit in person or submit a written request. Certified copies from the Archives cost $3 each. Contact the Archives at 617-727-2816 or archives@sec.state.ma.us.

The Archives search database shown above is free to use and covers Quincy marriages from 1841 through 1930. Use it to verify names, dates, and record locations before placing a formal copy request.

Quincy Genealogy and Historical Records

Quincy has records going back to 1792, making it one of the older municipal record collections in Norfolk County. Pre-1841 records are held exclusively at the Quincy City Clerk. These earliest records may require in-person visits or written requests. Staff can assist with searches for older records.

FamilySearch has a dedicated Quincy genealogy wiki at familysearch.org that describes available collections, record dates, and how to access them. FamilySearch also has indexed Massachusetts vital records at familysearch.org/search/collection/1469062. These free resources can help you trace Quincy marriages without a trip to the office.

The Massachusetts State Archives vital records collections page at sec.state.ma.us describes the full scope of the Archives' holdings, including what periods and towns are covered. For the New England Historic Genealogical Society's databases, visit americanancestors.org. Membership gives access to extensive early Massachusetts vital records collections.

Norfolk County Marriage Records

Quincy is in Norfolk County. Norfolk County government was abolished in 1997, so there is no county clerk office managing marriage records. Each city and town in the county handles its own vital records. For a broader view of how marriage records work across Norfolk County, and for information on the state and court systems that serve the region, visit the Norfolk County marriage records page.

View Norfolk County Marriage Records

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