Town Clerk
Licenses
Marriage Licenses
A blood test is no longer required, but there is a 24-hour waiting period before the license becomes valid;
the license remains valid for 60 days. The license is completed at the time of application at the
Town Clerk's office; a license fee will be collected. Two (2) forms of identification are required –
an original or certified copy of birth document AND driver’s license or
passport. Divorcees must bring ALL prior
divorce papers. ALL documents must be in English.
MARRIAGE OFFICIALS
Town Justices can marry anywhere in New York State:
| Ryan T. Donovan, Esq. |
Office: (518) 436-1661 |
| Mark S. Jordan, Esq. |
Office: (518) 439-3616 |
Marriage Officers of the Town of Bethlehem (appointed annually):
| John Capron |
(518) 767-2769 |
| John Clarkson |
(518) 439-4955, x1164 |
| John Cunningham |
(518) 439-7033 |
| Barbara Hodom |
(518) 439-4513 |
| Sam Messina |
(518) 859-2918 |
NOTE: Marriage officers can only marry within the boundaries of the Town of Bethlehem.
Bicycle Licenses / Registration
The town has a licensing system for residents who own bicycles. A numbered sticker is issued and insures
that a bike’s serial number and description is on file with the Police Department in the event of
loss or theft.
Big and Small Game Licenses including deer management permits (DMP)
Hunting and fishing licenses are available at the Town Clerk’s office. Fees vary according to the license
desired. Certificate of hunter training course or previous hunting license must be
produced for hunting license issuance.
Bingo / Games of Chance
Please see the Town Code,
Chapter 49 (please
wait for the code to load, you will be taken directly to the correct chapter.) Applications
are available at the Town Clerk's Office or at
www.racing.state.ny.us.
Dog Licenses
New York State law requires licenses for all dogs at least four months old. Proof of spaying/neutering and rabies immunization is
required. The license must be renewed each
year on or before the date of the current license; the expiration date is in the
top left corner of the license. If your dog is lost, stolen, or dies, notify the Town Clerk's Office.
When traveling with your dog, carry all paperwork and check with other
municipalities for any additional regulations. Please see
Animals and Pets for more information regarding
your dog.
Fish and Game Licenses
Hunting and fishing licenses are available at the Town Clerk’s office. Fees vary according to the license
desired. Certificate of hunter training course or previous hunting license must be
produced for hunting license issuance.
Hunting and Junior Hunting
Hunting and fishing licenses are available at the Town Clerk’s office. Fees vary according to the license
desired. Certificate of hunter training course or previous hunting license must be
produced for hunting license issuance.
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