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FL S1498
Bill
AI Summary
- Raises minimum marriage age for minors from under 16 to at least 16 years old when a county court judge approves marriage licenses
- Allows marriage licenses for minors age 16-17 if both parties are sworn to be parents of a child, or if pregnancy is verified by a physician
- Eliminates exception that previously allowed marriages for minors under 16 years of age in certain circumstances
- Prohibits marriage licenses for any person under 16 years of age, with or without parental consent
- Takes effect July 1, 2014
Legislative Description
Marriage of Minors
Last Action
Died in Children, Families, and Elder Affairs
5/2/2014
Committee Referrals
Children, Families, and Elder Affairs4/11/2014
Judiciary3/5/2014
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