When will county clerks issue marriage licenses to gay couples?
Not until after the court’s decision becomes final – at least 30 days. The court must then send the case back to the lower court for it to issue an order allowing same-sex marriages. The state could expedite this timeline by declaring that it accepts the court’s decision. The San Francisco county clerk is recommending that gay couples put off their wedding plans until the ruling is final, although the office is taking appointments for weddings starting June 16. For updates, go to sfgov.org/countyclerk.
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