Ask the person directly
Check public marriage records in the relevant county or state
Search court records for marriage licenses or divorce filings
Look up public social media profiles for relationship status
Review public obituaries, announcements, or wedding notices
Search online people-finder or public-records databases
Ask mutual friends or family members
Check for a spouse listed on property, tax, or insurance records
Search voter, census, or directory records where available
Verify with an official government records office if permitted