219.31—Evidence of a valid ceremonial marriage.
(1)
A copy of the public record of the marriage, certified by the custodian of the record or by a Board employee;
(2)
A copy of a church record of the marriage certified by the custodian of the record or by a Board employee; or
(b) Other evidence of a ceremonial marriage.
If preferred evidence of a ceremonial marriage cannot be obtained, the applicant must state the reason therefor in writing and submit either—
(2)
Other convincing evidence, such as the sworn statements of at least two persons who have direct knowledge of the marriage, preferably eyewitnesses to the marriage ceremony.
(Approved by the Office of Management and Budget under control number 3220-0140)