Marriage license fees going up

Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Those looking to save money while tying the knot, should be aware of a hefty fee increase effective June 20th. Senate Bill 290, passed this year will increase the fee from $25 to $55. The fee breakdown allots $15 to the County General Fund, $25 for the County Clerk’s Office, and $20 to the Children’s Trust Fund, which supports programs for at-risk youth in New Mexico.