Once as you, the person getting married, and once again as the person attesting to the marriage. There are two requirements for this option to be available in your state: one must be at least 18 years old and not have a legal disability that would prevent him or her from marrying. If this option is available, individuals who want to marry but cannot find any other way to do so should consider self-solemnizing. The process is simple enough that most anyone could do it. First, one of them should go to a magistrate or judge and request that he or she act as a witness to their marriage. The couple should then go before this person and explain their intentions. It is important to note that this person does not have to be an official of the church or religion involved; a civil servant such as a mayor or county clerk can also serve as a witness. After they provide evidence that they are married, the couple should go to a local registry office or government building and obtain a marriage license. They will need to include the fee required by law for a marriage license on this form. The couple should then return to the magistrate or judge and present their license.