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Vermont Open House

Be Our Guest! Meet fellow Justices of the Peace and learn about the benefits of a Justice of the Peace Association membership. We hope to see you at our first Open House in Vermont! Free hor d’oeuvres and beverages provided, along with loads of information and interesting conversation. Join us to learn how JPus can support your professional development and help connect you with couples looking for an officiant. Friday, September 13th, 2019 3:00-6:00pm Hampton Inn White River Junction 104 Ballardvale Drive, White River Junction, Vermont Come for the information, stay for the food and company. Getting together with our […]

Town Hall Wedding

Elopement how-to

There are many ways to think about eloping. Indeed, it comes down to this. You want it done quick. And done right. No muss, no fuss. Here is what you need to know. Marriage License Marriage licenses are issued by the city or town clerk. You’ll need ID and there is usually a small fee. Check out these state-specific details: Info on getting the marriage license in Connecticut Florida marriage license information Information to get a Maine marriage license In Massachusetts, marriage license how-tos New Hampshire marriage license information To get a marriage license in Vermont Select Your Officiant All […]

Support for H148 Ending Child Marriage in Vermont

Letter of Support to Judiciary to End Child Marriage The Justice of the Peace Association submitted a letter of support to the Senate Judiciary Committee for H148, a bill to end child marriage in Vermont. The hearing was  heard on March 23, 2023. Related Links Vermont’s child marriage history and legislative activity See the learning objectives and link to he recording of our Vermont workshop about child marriage Take JPus’ training for marriage officiants about child and forced marriage. Read about JPus’ efforts to end child marriage in all of the states we serve. Learn about JPus members’ vote to join the Coalition to End Child […]

States and Municipalities

Town, City and County Clerks Clerks and JPs: A Natural Partnership Town and county clerks are important and valued stakeholders of the Justice of the Peace Association. They have a complementary relationship with JPs, as both engage with couples at different stages of the marriage’s legal process. We love to work together to achieve our shared goals, like we did with Connecticut and Massachusetts town clerks when we squashed proposed JP for a Day legislation in Connecticut. Or efforts in Massachusetts to address the problems with the One-Day Solemnizer rule. Email Sign-up Form Offices of the Secretaries of State Collaborating with the […]

Workshop – Child Marriage in Vermont

Child Marriage is a Real Problem. Child marriage is still legal in the state of Vermont. Beyond the harmful effects, it puts officiants in an ethical quandary. This informative workshop will highlight the social, emotional, and ethical problems connected with child marriage, the need for “brightline” (no exceptions) laws, and what Vermont marriage officiants, clerks and citizens can do to advocate for change. Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: Describe the social, emotional and ethical issues connected to child marriage Explain the need for brightline legislation Discuss how to apply content knowledge to advocacy efforts Registration This is an […]

Open House in Vermont

Be Our Guest! As part of our effort to introduce our professional services to Vermont wedding officiants, JPus is hosting an open house for JPs and other secular officiants in the state. Food and beverages will be provided at this free event, taking place in White River Junction on Friday, September 13th, 2019 from 3:00-6:00. Get the details.

Vermont Workshop on Child Marriage

JPus works to both raise awareness about the dangers of child marriage and advocate for no-exceptions legislation. This virtual workshop, to be held on January 25, 2023 at 12:00 Noon, is focused on the issue in Vermont, and addresses officiants’ quandary if asked to perform such a union. This informative workshop will highlight the social, emotional, and ethical problems connected with child marriage, the need for “brightline” (no exceptions) laws, and what Vermont marriage officiants, clerks and citizens can do to advocate for change. More information and registration info.  Our Partners and Co-Hosts

End Child Marriage in Vermont – January 2022 Testimony

Child Marriage JPus’ efforts to end child marriage in Vermont Take the training for marriage officiants about child and forced marriage. Read about JPus’ efforts to end child marriage in all of the states we are active in. Learn about JPus members’ vote to join the Coalition to End Child Marriage. JPus’ testimony in support of H631, an Act to Ban Child Marriage in Vermont