Sorry, lovebirds, wedding bells might be ringing, but maybe not in Washington, DC, during the government shutdown .

The government shutdown affects many facets of day-to-day life, but one unexpected place is in the marriage department.

During the shutdown, the Marriage Bureau, a part of the DC Superior Court, will cease issuing marriage licenses and performing ceremonies, according to a message on the District of Columbia Courts website . However, the Marriage Bureau will still be able to issue certified copies of vital records, like marriage certificates.

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