What Laws in California Prohibit a Marriage?
Division three, part one of California's Family Code, titled "Validity of Marriage," addresses issues regarding who is eligible for marriage in the state. Marriage applicants who do not meet the state's requirements are not eligible to be married in California.
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Requirements
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As of December 2010, California law notes that same-sex couples and persons who are already married, either to each other or another person, are prohibited from getting married under any circumstances. In addition, marriage by proxy is not allowed, as both parties and an officiant must be present for the ceremony to be completed.
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Minors under the age of 18 are prohibited from entering a marriage unless they have received parental permission or been granted permission through a court order. In addition, the court has a right to order minors to attend premarital counseling before granting a marriage license.
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Considerations
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People wishing to get married in California are not required to be state residents, but must apply for a license at a county clerk's office in the state. Before a license is issued, applicants must provide a valid form of photo identification and, if applicable, know the date and reason any previous marriages ended.
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