is it legal to marry 15 yo girl?

Question

if some body 22 yo wants to amrry a 15 yo girl is that ok in low

Answer 1

Depends on what state you're in.

Answer 2

In many jurisdictions, including some US states, it is. The marriage will probably be recognized in your home state even if its minimum age is higher, and if it isn't recognized right away it probably will be "validated" when she is of age in your state.

But really, you can't be absolutely sure: the only way to be certain is either to live in the state where you marry (i.e., be "domiciled" there for a while) or marry a second time when she is over the legal age in your state. But see the articles linked below:

A marriage where one of the couple is under age raises the problem of "nonage". The marriage may be a "limping marriage" valid in one state or country but not another. Usually (but not always) the children are legitimate regardless (not that this matters much any more, at least if you make a will -- which is very important in these cases even if you have little money).

In most states you need parental permission to marry under age 18; in some states a judge can waive a 16-year-old minimum age, and s/he will usually do so if the girl is pregnant.

Answer 3

I think in Nevada you can marry at age 15 with parent consent. Maybe it is the same in some other states too.

My 2 cents: At 15 though most people are still too young and immature to take on the commitment of marriage. It takes a lot of effort to keep a marriage strong. A 15 year old girl may just be in love with the idea of being married, unaware of the responsibilities.

A 22 year old man may do better dating women his own age with life goals more in line with his.

Answer 4

In most places it is illegal.....and for good reason. The frontal lobe (the emotional part/compassion/feelings/conscience/reasoning) of teenage children have a growth spurt that only gets matured in their late teens/20s. Therefore any child isnt fully developed yet. They may experience love feelings but its a part of socialising (puppylove)...to find out what type of mates they will come to emotionally bond with best...for the future offspring ideal.

If you are 22, YOUR mental processes may be ok to deal with real love....but a younger person doesnt have that same brain capacity, of an adult, to truly KNOW what they want yet.

If you are smart....you will understand that MAKING a child BE like an adult is wrong. They cannot because the brain hasnt reached that stage yet...regardless of her trying to emulate that persona. Also...without ever dating or being with different males....she cannot possibly know if her early choice would be good for her in the longterm.

You should never expect or WANT a person to commit to "ever after" when their mind hasnt grown to its adult stage..because whatever she was feeling NOW may not be how she feels later on. AND to make one commit so early may make her feel fear, anger/irritaion rather than love. A steady mate gets to be like a parent.....and one wants to break out of that bind if they arent ready to settle down.

This has nothing to do with YOU....and its not within your control....its to do with how humans develop over time. I must also say...that your English...your question was not given in a manner that indicates that YOU are fully developed or well educated either...so you definitely should not be offering your lifeblood...your whole life-lasting commitment....when you dont have it all together within yourself.

I'd be afraid you are MAKING a thought, regarding this, because shes pretty/sweet or less challenging than someone who has her act together. YOU are afraid of not finding better. Controlling children doesnt work because they grow up. Find someone around your own age that has the same way of thinking, as you, and you will be much happier....or wait until the child is nearer 22...so that she has an adult brain you can ask that question of HER without fear that her frontal lobe isnt working yet.

Answer 5

At 15 she is to young to get married and a 22 year old should know as much if he really loves her he would know to wait.

To answer your question tho

I don't know where you live but here in the UK it is NOT legal until you are 16 and even then you have to have parental permission you can get married from 18 without tho. Im pretty sure that applies to most countrys (not all tho)

Answer 6

I got married to a 20 year old man at 15 years old. My parents had to sign for me to do it. They knew I would run if they didn't allow it. I wish they hadn't. A 15 year old , no matter how mature has no idea what they want for themselves in their future. It was the worst mistake I could've made and I was abused by a great guy. He was never that way until he realised that I was just a kid and decided he had to be my father figure. Think twice please before you ruin this young girls life.

I know no one will read this since it'll end up on the 3rd page but hopefully someone who needs to know will happen upon this entry. Good luck.

Answer 7

I don't know if it is legal.. I think people can fall in love at all ages, it is just a different kind of love. If a 22 year old is in love with a 15yr old.. I think the older person should wait for the 15 yr old. If it is true love it will last throughout time and will be patient and understanding.. NOT selfish, not pressure or ask for tests of their love. Just give yourself...without expecting anything in return.......and accept who the other person is.. without trying to change them....That is True Love!

Answer 8

Well, first of all, if you BOTH cannot capitalize letters, punctuate, and spell, then you are in no way capable of making such a mature decision.

It is my understanding that in nearly all the states in the United States of America, you may marry someone 16 or older WITH PARENTAL CONSENT. I have heard in one or two states there are differences in the rules where the age may be lower, however you probably need to be a legal resident of that state.

Answer 9

In my country (holland) you need to have permission from both parents and a judge. Most of the times you will get NO for an answer. It is not normal for a 15 year old girl to get married!

Answer 10

Illegal in Virginia. And disgusting. Wait for her to grow up a little. Let her experience life. Let her finish school! She will be a better wife then, too.

She has to be a legal adult to get married, which is 18 years old, and by the way, she has to be a legal adult to have consentual sex, so be careful about statutory rape laws.

Answer 11

I think it all depends on the state laws. But have to know why a young adult of 22 wants to marry a child.