Does Janie officiate second marriages and elopements?

Absolutely. Janie officiates all kinds of ceremonies — first marriages, second chances, elopements, courthouse ceremonies, vow renewals, and intimate gatherings of any size.

St. Petersburg, Florida

Every love story deserves someone who shows up.

Janie Richards is a licensed wedding officiant and mobile notary public serving Tampa Bay. First marriages, second chances, elopements, and everything in between — every ceremony gets the same care.

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Something most people don't know

"Florida is one of only three states where a notary can legally perform your wedding."

Janie can officiate your ceremony and notarize your marriage license. One person. One call.

3States in the US

FLIs one of them

20+Years experience

Who Janie works with

Love doesn't look the same twice.

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First marriages

The classic — but never cookie cutter. Every ceremony written from scratch, for you.

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Second chances

Found the right person later in life? This ceremony should feel just as significant. Maybe more.

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Elopements

Just the two of you, done right. Beach, backyard, or wherever feels like you.

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Notary services

Mobile, licensed, comes to you. Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends.

Services

Three ways to work with Janie.

Wedding Officiant

Ceremonies written for you — not from a template. Any size, any setting, any kind of love. Janie writes something that actually sounds like you.

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Mobile Notary

Licensed and mobile. Janie comes to you — home, office, hospital, wherever you need her. Tampa Bay area, evenings and weekends available.

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The Full Package

Only in Florida. Janie officiates your ceremony AND notarizes your marriage license. One person, one call. No extra coordination.

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Common questions

Everything you want to know.

Can a notary perform a wedding in Florida?

Yes — completely legal and binding. Florida is one of only three states that authorizes notaries to perform weddings under Florida Statutes § 117.045.

Do you officiate second marriages and elopements?

Absolutely. First marriages, second chances, elopements, vow renewals — every ceremony gets the same care and attention.

What areas do you serve?

Greater Tampa Bay including St. Petersburg, Tampa, Clearwater, and surrounding areas. Destination ceremonies available.

Do you write the ceremony for us?

Yes. Every ceremony is written specifically for the couple. Janie takes the time to understand your story and writes something that actually sounds like you.