Can a 16 year old marry in Virginia?
Full Question:
I am a 16 year old living in Virginia. I want to get married to my boyfriend. Will my marriage be valid?
12/28/2016 |
Category: Marriage ยป Minor |
State: Virginia |
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Answer:
Per Virginia Code Annotated §20-48:
“The minimum age at which persons may marry shall be 18, unless a minor has been emancipated by court order. Upon application for a marriage license, an emancipated minor shall provide a certified copy of the order of emancipation.”
Therefore, in your case, unless you are emancipated, the minimum age at which you can marry is 18.
