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Women’s Charter 1961 · 2020 Revised Edition · Part 3 · Solemnisation of Marriages
22. Who may solemnise a marriage
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(1)
A marriage may be solemnised by the Registrar or a licensed solemniser.
Registrar
Defined · s 2
“Registrar” means the Registrar of Marriages appointed under section 26 and includes an Assistant Registrar of Marriages;
(2)
For the purposes of subsection (1), the Minister may grant a licence to any suitable person to solemnise marriages in Singapore.
(3)
A licensed solemniser is deemed to be a public servant within the meaning of the Penal Code 1871.
licensed solemniser
Defined · s 2
“licensed solemniser” means a person licensed under section 22(2) to solemnise marriages;