Judge Chris Piazza struck down the 2004 ban late Friday afternoon and did not issue a stay, so local clerks can decide whether to grant licenses.
Carroll County Deputy Clerk Jane Osborn issued a license Saturday morning to Kristin Seaton and Jennifer Rambo of Fort Smith. The couple were married immediately outside the offices.
Most county clerks offices are closed on Saturdays, but Carroll County is the rare exception.
The Arkansas Attorney General has issued a statement saying he supports marriage equality but will continue to defend the ban as his obligation. The AG has asked Piazza to temporarily delay allowing marriages pending an appeal to the state Supreme Court.
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| County Clerk in Eureka Springs Arkansas issues the first same-sex marriage license in the South |
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| The license! |
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| The first same-sex couple married in the SOUTH! Congratulations! |
(all photos via Lord Grav Instagram)
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