* Both parties must be at least 18 years of age.
* Both parties must be of sound mind and capable of understanding the nature of the marriage contract.
* Both parties must be legally competent to enter into a marriage contract.
* There must be no legal impediments to the marriage, such as a prior existing marriage or a close family relationship.
If all of these requirements are met, then a notary public in Florida can solemnize the marriage. The notary public will need to complete a marriage license application and file it with the county clerk's office. Once the marriage license has been issued, the notary public can perform the marriage ceremony.