Brooklyn Park Marriage Records
Brooklyn Park marriage records are managed through Hennepin County, which issues all marriage licenses for residents of the city. Brooklyn Park is one of the largest cities in Hennepin County and the third largest in Minnesota, but like all cities in the state, it does not issue marriage licenses on its own. Residents go to a nearby Hennepin County service center. This page explains which office to visit, what to bring, what to pay, and how to find marriage records online.
Brooklyn Park Quick Facts
Where to Get a Marriage License in Brooklyn Park
Brooklyn Park residents get their marriage license from Hennepin County. The closest service center is the Brookdale Service Center in Brooklyn Center, just south of Brooklyn Park. Both applicants must appear together in person. Start by completing an online pre-application at hennepin.us before your visit. The Brooklyn Park City Clerk is located at 5200 85th Avenue North, phone 763-493-8182. The city clerk does not handle marriage licenses and will refer you to Hennepin County.
| Nearest Office | Hennepin County Brookdale Service Center |
|---|---|
| Address | 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Suite 100, Brooklyn Center, MN |
| Phone | 612-348-8240 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Website | hennepin.us/residents/records |
The Brookdale Service Center is in Brooklyn Center on Shingle Creek Parkway. It is a short drive from most of Brooklyn Park. If this location doesn't work for you, the Government Center downtown Minneapolis also processes marriage licenses. All Hennepin County offices handle the same application and charge the same fees.
The City of Brooklyn Park official website provides city services information, though all marriage license and vital records services are handled by Hennepin County.
Residents can use the city site to find contact information for city hall, but should contact Hennepin County directly for marriage license applications and record requests.
Marriage License Requirements
Both parties must appear together at a Hennepin County service center with valid photo ID. Government-issued IDs such as a driver's license, state ID, or passport are accepted. You must also provide your Social Security number at the time of application. Under Minnesota Statute 517.08, both applicants must be at least 18 years old.
If either party was previously married, bring a certified copy of the divorce decree or a death certificate showing the previous marriage ended. The county will not issue a new license without this documentation. Come prepared to avoid a second trip.
The license is valid for six months and can be used anywhere in Minnesota. There is no waiting period. Hennepin County provides the original license plus two souvenir copies at no extra cost. Under Minnesota Statute 517.10, the officiant must return the completed license to the county within five days of the ceremony.
Marriage License Fees
The standard marriage license fee in Hennepin County is $115. Couples who complete an approved 12-hour premarital education course pay $40 instead. Proof of the course must be shown at the time of application. Expedited processing adds $20 to the fee and reduces the wait from about three weeks to about one week.
Certified copies of the marriage record are $9 per copy. You can request them when you pick up your license or order additional copies later through the Hennepin County Vital Records office at 612-348-8240.
Search Brooklyn Park Marriage Records
Minnesota's MOMS system at moms.mn.gov is a free public tool for searching marriage records. Hennepin County records are included. You can search by name and see basic information like the names of the parties and the date the license was issued. The tool is helpful for verifying a marriage or finding a starting point for a records request.
MOMS does not provide certified copies. For a certified copy, contact Hennepin County at 612-348-8240 or visit the Brookdale Service Center in person. Certified copies are required for legal and government purposes such as name changes, insurance updates, and immigration filings.
For older records, the Minnesota Historical Society at mnhs.org holds historical Hennepin County marriage records and can assist with genealogical research requests.
Nearby Cities
Brooklyn Park is in the northwest Twin Cities metro. Several nearby cities have their own marriage records pages.
Hennepin County Marriage Records
All marriage licenses and records for Brooklyn Park are maintained by Hennepin County. Visit the county page for office details, fees, and certified copy information.