New York § 4526 - 4526Marriage certificate
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 4526 — 4526Marriage certificate, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4526. 4526Marriage certificate
Rule 4526. Marriage certificate. An original certificate of a marriage made by the person by whom it was solemnized within the state, or the original entry thereof made pursuant to law in the office of the clerk of a city or a town within the state, is prima facie evidence of the marriage.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 4526
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 4526 cover?
Section 4526 ("4526Marriage certificate") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New York § 4526?
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Is this the official text of New York law?
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