Marriage records in Cascade County, Montana, can be accessed through several channels. CascadeCourt.us can help you find publicly available marriage record information for the county. You can also request records directly from the issuing authority — the Cascade County Clerk of District Court — in person at the courthouse in Great Falls, or by mail. The Montana Office of Vital Records is an additional resource for statewide marriage record searches.
Cascade County Marriage Records Search
In Montana, the Clerk of District Court in each county is responsible for issuing marriage licenses and maintaining marriage records. The Cascade County Clerk of District Court is the official keeper of all District Court records, including marriage licenses and certificates filed in the county. The collection includes marriage licenses issued to couples who applied in Cascade County, returned marriage certificates documenting completed ceremonies, and historical marriage records dating back through the county's history.
You can also search for marriage-related documents through the Cascade County Copies and Search Request Documents page, which provides access to forms for requesting marriage license copies and other records.
At the state level, the Montana Office of Vital Records maintains statewide indices of marriages recorded since 1943 and can assist with searches when the specific county of issuance is unknown.
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Cascade County
Fees for marriage record services at the Cascade County Clerk of District Court are set by Montana statute and county policy. The following table outlines standard fees:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified copy of marriage license/certificate | $5.00 |
| Search fee (per name, per 5-year period searched) | $2.00 |
| Additional certified copies (same document, same order) | $2.00 each |
Fees are based on Montana Code Annotated § 25-1-201 and the Clerk of District Court's posted fee schedule. Payment methods accepted in person typically include cash, check, or money order. Contact the clerk's office directly to confirm current fees and accepted payment forms, as amounts may be updated periodically.
Processing times for in-person requests are generally same-day. Mail requests typically take 1–2 weeks depending on volume and the complexity of the search.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Cascade County
There are three main ways to obtain a copy of a marriage certificate from Cascade County:
In Person
Visit the Cascade County Clerk of District Court at the courthouse:
Walk-in requests are accepted during regular business hours. Bring a valid photo ID and be prepared to provide:
- Full names of both spouses
- Approximate date of marriage
- Purpose of the request
By Mail
Send your request to the Clerk of District Court at the address above. Include:
- A written request specifying the full names of both spouses and the approximate marriage date
- The applicable fee by check or money order payable to "Clerk of District Court"
- A copy of your valid photo ID
- A self-addressed stamped envelope for return delivery
Request forms are available on the Copies and Search Request Documents page on the Cascade County website.
Online / State-Level Requests
The Cascade County Clerk of District Court does not currently offer direct online ordering for marriage record copies. However, the Montana Office of Vital Records accepts online requests for marriage verification documents through its third-party ordering system. Note that records obtained through the state office may differ in format from those issued directly by the county clerk.
For questions about record availability or to verify which office holds a specific document, contact the Cascade County staff directory at 406-454-6869 (Records/Searches line) or reach the Clerk of District Court at 406-454-6780.