2007-01-09 13:12:24 · 9 answers · asked by buck 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
depends on the state..here in AR yes (unless it's changed recently)...
2007-01-09 13:17:22 · answer #1 · answered by chilover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are three specific things you must do in Texas to have your "marriage" recognized as a common law marriage. You must do more than just co-habitat with one another to be considered legally married to each other in this state. For example, you must hold your self out as married (common law marriage) and tell others (3rd parties)that you are "married" to each other. Furthermore, you have an agreement with each other that you are married and you must also live together as man and wife in Texas. Just living together does not satisfy the requirements of common law marriage in this state.
2007-01-09 14:52:21 · answer #2 · answered by attyvette 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-02 01:48:23 · answer #3 · answered by abigail 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on where you live with your bf or gf. For example, Maryland does not have common law marriage. Besides the years you've been together, there are several other things you and your bf or gf have to do to be considered married by common law. Google your "state" and "common law marriage" for more information
2007-01-09 13:26:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on the State. If she takes your last name you are common law married requiring a divorce if you split. In Oklahoma it can be overnight.
2007-01-09 13:23:49 · answer #5 · answered by da_hammerhead 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what state you are in, Missouri has no provision for Common Law Marriages.
2007-01-09 13:18:03 · answer #6 · answered by Citicop 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes for tax and hereditary purposes in Canada.
2007-01-09 13:20:11 · answer #7 · answered by St N 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
need to know what state you are in...in California it 'used' to be 6 months but that WAS a long time ago..................
2007-01-09 13:22:50 · answer #8 · answered by candy g 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think it's 10 years here in ky
2007-01-09 13:20:55 · answer #9 · answered by summer love 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋