I am 15 years old. If I marry my boyfriend, will the marriage be valid?
Full Question:
I am 15 years old and live in Michigan. My parents died when I was 7 years old. I want to get married to my boyfriend, as I do not want to be alone anymore. Can I get married to my boyfriend? Will the marriage be valid?
01/24/2017 |
Category: Marriage ยป Minor |
State: Michigan |
#30891
Answer:
MCLS § 551.51reads:
“Sec. 1. A marriage in this state shall not be contracted by a person who is under 16 years of age, and the marriage, if entered into, shall be void.”
In the given instance, as you are below the age of 16 years, if you get married to your boyfriend, your marriage may be held void.