: Legal officiants include ministers of every religion, mayors, retired judges, and Certified Civil Celebrants .

In New Jersey, the authority to perform a marriage ceremony is governed by state statute (N.J.S.A. 37:1-13).

: The couple must obtain a New Jersey marriage license before the ceremony, which the minister is then responsible for signing and returning to the issuing municipal clerk. Professional Services and Customization

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