2007-02-27 06:48:17 · 12 answers · asked by ALONE 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
In some states, never. My state does not recognize common law marriages unless they are entered into in another state that does recognize common law marriages. The length of time varies from state to state, but five to seven years is common. However, just living together is not enough. You have to "hold yourself out to the community" as husband and wife. I'm not sure what that entails since you can't enter into a common law marriage in my state. Hopefully the other people can help you more. You do need to tell us what state you live in, though.
2007-02-27 07:25:33 · answer #1 · answered by David M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what state you live in. Most states no longer recognize common law marriage. Check with a local attorney for the answer to your question.
2007-02-27 07:40:46 · answer #2 · answered by Starla_C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That depends on what state you live in, and if that state even recognizes common-law marriages.....most don't. In California for instance it is 7 years.
2007-02-27 06:53:35 · answer #3 · answered by Compurednek 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the state where you live. Many states have abolished common law marriages.
2007-02-27 06:51:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's different in different states. Some states it's 5 years, some 7 years, etc.
2007-02-27 06:52:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the state, here? 7 years!
2007-02-27 06:52:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
most places are 7 years
2007-02-27 06:51:21 · answer #7 · answered by cheezeboe1 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the state, but it's usually several years.
2007-02-27 06:52:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
depends on what state you are living in! in Alabama it is 2 years
2007-02-27 06:54:42 · answer #9 · answered by babygirl 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
6 months
2007-02-27 06:53:52 · answer #10 · answered by meena 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋