Is it illegal for a 15 year old to marry?

Answer 1

In CA, if either the bride or groom is under 18, in addition to having parental consent, the couple must also schedule an appointment with a counselor and then appear before a superior court judge.

A word of caution, the age of sexual consent in CA is 18. There have been several cases in CA where the state has filed charges against fathers of pregnant girls, even though the girls and the parents protested it. Does it matter that you're both under the age of sexual consent? I really don't know, though I suspect that it doesn't matter. I'd strongly advise you to talk to an attorney before you do anything else.

The issue of both partners being the same age will most definitely have a bearing on what, if any judicial action may be taken. The most likely scenario is, each will remain in the custody of their parents, with both sets of parents being required to take financial responsibility until the minors reach the age of majority. If the teen mother's parents refuse to accept that responsibility the teen mother will be made a ward of the court and placed in a foster home for her and her unborn child's welfare. Minors have legal parental rights with the birth mother automatically assuming those rights for the child. The father will need to establish paternity before asserting those rights that pertain to him.

Answer 2

No, and they will have to have the consent of both parents, not just the girl's parents. In some states they could go before a judge and gets a special waiver to get married.

In most cases, she would have to be pregnant in order to get such a waiver and the judge would have to agree that it was in her best interest to be married as a child.

There are very few states that even allow someone under 16 to be married WITH parental permission, let alone without it. In most cases, the law considers a 15 year old a complete child.

Answer 3

That depends on the laws in your state. It is easy to understand that you must love this person. Make sure it is what you want. If you are truly in love than the two of you can wait until you are of legal age and have at the very least finished high school. Best case scenario...enjoy being 16 don't rush adulthood. He had his time at being a teenager. YOU should have yours. The question is not "Can you get married," it's "Why do you want to get married?" Both the guy and the girl are immature to think this is a good idea. The girl has no experience with the real world, and the guy would essentially be married to an immature little sister. If the marriage happens, it will be over in less than two years. One of the two will grow up and realize the mistake that was made. Let me guess, neither of you graduated from high school, right?

Answer 4

Answer In order for a 15-year-old to get married in Maine, they need court approval, as well as parental consent.

Answer 5

well, if you are wanting to get married at 15, not a very good idea.

Answer 6

See the site below for the information regarding your state.

Answer 7

In some states, a 16 year old can get married with a 20 year old if the girl is pregnant. Other times, a parents signature is needed to marry.

Answer 8

Many states will not issue a marriage license to a 15 year old at all. Others require a court order in addition to parental permission.