I need info on getting married before 18?

Question

Look... I'm not looking for anyones opinion on whether they think its a good idea. Regardless I'm going to do it. Stupid? Maybe. At any rate I need information on getting married before 18 (What state/ province allows it etc. etc. What I need,and how long the before the marriage is recognized) If you have any info that helps It'll be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Answer 1

Why don't you ask your babysitter to take you to the library to look up laws, rules and regulations etc. Have her hold your hand as you walk across the street to city hall to apply of the license. If you have been a very, very good little girl she will take you for ice cream, Two scoops! If you get chocolate, try not to spill any on your pretty little shirt.

Answer 2

If you want to try a marriage before maturity then thats your own business, I mean you could always get divorced if it doesn't work out. But please don't be considering starting a family any time soon, at least give that a few more years. Living together isn't exactly easy neither is making a marriage work. You two are happy now, but having a child seems to take a toll on that. Enjoy each other first before planning a family. I have seen high school sweethearts make it work, but the majority do not. I wish you both success, it can be done. If you have even the slightest doubt in your mind, then don't rush into it. I'm sure they have the info your looking for online, I certainly don't know any of the answers your looking for, I live common law, engaged but never married, and I am 35. MAYBE someday, but I am in no hurry. Good luck..

Answer 3

you have to have your parent's information to get married before you are 18, no matter what state it is. if you are older than 16, that's all you need, but if you aren't, but you're older than 14, you will need their permission, and the permission of a family court judge.
that aside, you need to check with your state their process for getting the license. some states require bloodtests, others, like NY do not. there is also a waiting period before you can use the marriage license, and a certain amount of time the license is good for. in NY, you have to wait at least 24 hours before getting married and having the license signed to have it be valid. and it is good up to 60 days after you get it. after that and you'll need a new one. as soon as the license is documented, the marriage is recognized. i am not sure how that works, since i've read you take the license with you on the honeymoon to explain why your passport has a different name than you go by. i believe after you get back from the honeymoon, you take the license to the town clerk, and they file it there. cehck with your town clerk..i'm sure they can give you information. or if your highschool has a law teacher, talk to her! that's how i learned everything above...from my law class last my senior year..
either way, i'm not going to tell you not to, or say you're stupid, i'm just going to tell you to seriously think about this before you do it...good luck!!

Answer 4

Fact: In the USA you must be 18 years old to get married WITHOUT your parents permission. (except in NE where it is 19 and MS were it is 21)

Fact: If you have your parents permission the age of marriage can be lowered to 16.

Fact: 14 and 15 years olds must have not only their parents permission but also a Judge's ruling. (Some states do not allow under 16 to marry, no matter what)

Our nearest neighbors: Canada and Mexico both require that you have your parents permission to marry under the age of 18.

Answer 5

I live in New York state and its not legal here w/out parental consent - they have to sign papers.
I think its 18 all over the northeast (w/out parental consent)- you could probably find southern states that allow younger marriages.
I am guessing the more hillybilly the state the more likely they would do it(not trying to be mean, people tend to get married younger in those states though they might still require parental consent). Check West Virginia, Arkansas maybe Tenn??
I have no idea what the rules are in Canada.

Answer 6

I would suggest to wait a little longer to get married. Getting married 18 years old or younger seems to be a little young. I know am not any where near the age of 18 but I know what it is like to wait later in life to get married. As for me I have been engaged for a while now and my fiance, George agrees for us to wait. If you are in a relationship with someone now and you two really are in love with each other...I would talk it over and see what your man thinks. If you are thinking of going to college or futher your education, I would wait a couple years or so to get married. Yes, there are married couples who are going to college together (I know some of them) but wait. I know life is flying by before our eyes but you will appreciate your marriage in the long run.

Answer 7

Sorry, but all states require you to be at least 18 or have parental consent. All states require written consent or a state issued consent form be filled out by the parents BUT some of them don't say they have to be notarized. Not that I'm condoning it but you may be able to forge it if your desperate enough. I don't know if you will get away with it though. The following link has the marriage laws for each state. parentshttp://marriage.about.com/cs/marriagelicenses/a/usmarlaws.htm

Answer 8

You may not want an opinion, but I wouldn't advise it. Regardless, I was sure that you'd need parental consent for that in most states. I was too lazy to read the entire thing, but maybe you'll be able to find what applies to you. Check the link in sources.

Answer 9

Well I got married at age 19, biggest mistake of my life, you change so much between the age of 17 and 25, you become almost a totally different person, so please think about what you are doing, marriage is hard work, and it's not just like playing doll's house, there are bills and the daily grind to contend with. have some fun while your young!!! Marry when you're older

Answer 10

Ok.
You might try looking into state or national park rules. Some states will allow you to get married as young as 14.
You did ask your parents right?