The Callaway County Recorder of Deeds office is now ready to issue same-sex marriage licenses following the U.S. Supreme Court's 5-4 decision in favor of same-sex marriage.
In response to the ruling and at the Fulton Sun's request, Recorder of Deeds Christine Kleindienst issued the following statement:
"The office of the recorder has always attempted to comply to the best of its ability with the laws governing marriage license applications in the State of Missouri. While we recognize that same-sex marriage has been a divisive issue, we respect the judicial process and today's decision from the U.S. Supreme Court. In accordance with the ruling, our office will be prepared to issue marriage licenses to same-sex marriage applicants beginning on June 26, 2015."