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MS HB1181
Bill
Status
2/3/2015
Primary Sponsor
Earle Banks
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AI Summary
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Amends Mississippi Code Section 93-1-5 to require applicants for marriage licenses who have been previously married to provide a certified copy of their divorce or annulment decree with their application.
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Requirement applies when the applicant's former spouse is still living or when it is unknown whether the former spouse is still living.
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If an applicant has multiple former spouses meeting these conditions, certified copies of all applicable divorce or annulment decrees must be submitted.
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Circuit court clerks remain liable under their official bonds for noncompliance with this requirement.
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Takes effect July 1, 2015.
Legislative Description
Marriage license; previously married applicant must provide certified copy of divorce or annulment.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2015