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  • Marriage laws are governed by each state.

  • The age at which people can marry without parental consent is generally 18.

  • Some states require blood tests before a marriage license is issued.

  • Most state laws no longer recognize common law marriages formed within the state.



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The American Bar Association Guide to Marriage, Divorce & Families
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