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1. How do I apply for a Marriage or Civil Union License?

The Marriage or Civil Union license must be obtained from the Registrar in the NJ municipality in which either applicant resides. If both parties are not residents of NJ, the license must be obtained from the Registrar of the municipality where the ceremony is to be performed and is only good for use in that municipality.

For more, please view additional information.

2. What are the requirements to obtain a dog or cat license?

All dogs and cats must be six months of age or older and owned by residents of the Town of Newton. Applicants must provide proof of current rabies vaccination record and it must be valid through November 1 of the current licensing year.

For more information, please view Pet Licensing.

3. How do I obtain a fishing permit for Morris Lake?

You must be a Newton resident to fish at Morris Lake, located in Sparta, NJ. You must apply in person at the Municipal Clerk's office located at 39 Trinity Street, and provide proof of residency. You may obtain a permit once every two weeks and apply no more than seven days in advance. The cost for a one day fishing permit is $20 for adults and $15 for senior citizens (age 62 or older).