Wanderlust World Wanderlust World A notary public can only notarize documents that they have witnessed the signer sign. A marriage certificate is a record of a marriage that is filed with the state, and the notary was not present when the marriage took place.
In Florida, a marriage license must be obtained from the county clerk of the circuit court in the county where the marriage ceremony will take place. The license must be signed by the bride and groom in the presence of the county clerk or a notary public. The marriage ceremony must then be performed by a person who is authorized to perform marriages in Florida, such as a judge, minister, or rabbi. After the ceremony, the marriage license must be returned to the county clerk, who will then issue a marriage certificate.