[varon]

The marriage "certificates" aren't valid. It's just a publicity stunt.

I've heard the same comments which then begs the following question. If the certificates aren't valid and the Mayor and his staff knowing this are issuing them upon receiving payment, then aren't they and the city engaging in a crime of obtaining funds under false pretenses?

[TheDon]

You think the duped are going to complain? I think not. That's if they even have to pay for the certificate. I've not heard whether the city is making them pay the fee or not.