my boyfriend and I are planning to elope because of some difficulties. I feel the need to check up on it but I cant find anything and I want to know about it, how old is the youngest you can be and where we can. We are seriouslly considering this. i would like your oppinion and your advise and appriciate it greatlly. Thank you.
2006-08-11 11:54:45 · 5 answers · asked by Allie 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
In most states, you need to be 18 to elope. In some areas, you can be as young as 16, provided that the parents approve, and/or there's no more than a three year age difference. A very few states may have age limits higher than 18, such as perhaps 21.
Nevada, especially Las Vegas is considered a great place to Elope for folks in the West. I don't know much about the East coast, but I hear that Massachusets, and Georgia are pretty good. Don't take my word on that though, since I've never been to either.
In a lot of places, you can just go to a courthouse, and have the judge marry you. Be sure to call in advance tough, as you'd almost certainly need an appointment these days, and many states require you to provide a third person to serve as a witness.
2006-08-11 12:16:36 · answer #1 · answered by ye_river_xiv 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eloping is something serious sweetie, don't' you want your wedding day to be special. Look, I'd think seriously about this before you do it. Because your asking, your obviously too young to marry and perhaps there's something wrong (pregnant or problems with either of your parents not approving of the relationship or of you two getting married?..am i even close?) Regardless of what the reason is, a marriage is sacred and should be savored for life. You don't want to elope and rob yourself of all the joy that goes with getting married, having a wedding, having your father give you away, having your mom crying while your walking down the aisle, having your family, siblings, friends, there to cheer you on...do you? And marriage is so final...meaning your going to be with that man 24/7, probably have little kiddies that look just like him...smile you'll have to find a place to stay, get jobs to support you guys, you know, have a plan..do you have a plan? you can't rush life, so I'm just saying, think about it...please..be sure it's what YOU want. I wish you luck in whatever you decide to do.
2006-08-11 18:15:12 · answer #2 · answered by Lene B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where ever you decide to elope to please don't forget about blood tests. Some states still require them so check ahead of time.
And also remember that alot of states require you to get a marriage license at least 3 days ahead of time, so that is something else you need to check on.
Do your research online and make sure you cross all your T's and dot all your I's because if you are having problems with your parents and there is a loop hole........they will find it and make you get an annulment.
2006-08-15 09:59:49 · answer #3 · answered by ETxYellowRose 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the state you're getting married in. How young are you???? If you're under 18, it's going to be difficult/impossible without parental consent, since you're still minors. I wouldn't recommend marrying under 20, at the bare minimum anyway. You're too young. You have alot of growing up to do, both of you, and you may wind up growing apart rather than together.
2006-08-11 19:48:51 · answer #4 · answered by basketcase88 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the oldest you have to be is 18 to get married or even elope. I would go to Gatlinburg Tennessee,Veges.those are the only 2 places i can think of. good luck
2006-08-11 12:33:33 · answer #5 · answered by Angel sent from heaven 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋