I am a 15-year-old girl living in Maryland. Can I marry my boyfriend now under Maryland Law?
Full Question:
I am 15 years old and I live in Maryland. I like to marry my boyfriend now. Is it possible under Maryland Law?
01/16/2017 |
Category: Marriage ยป Minor |
State: Maryland |
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Answer:
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(b) Marriage of individual 15 years old. -- An individual 15 years old may not marry unless:
(1) the individual has the consent of a parent or guardian; and
(2) either party to be married gives the clerk a certificate from a licensed physician, licensed physician assistant, or certified nurse practitioner stating that the physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner has examined the woman to be married and has found that she is pregnant or has given birth to a child.
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