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MS HB821
Bill
Status
2/2/2021
Primary Sponsor
Earle Banks
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AI Summary
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Requires applicants for a marriage license who were previously married to provide a certified copy of their divorce or annulment decree if their former spouse is still living or their status is unknown
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Applies to all former marriages, requiring documentation for each previous spouse whose death cannot be confirmed
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Amends Section 93-1-5 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 governing marriage license requirements
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Maintains existing marriage age requirements (males 17+, females 15+) and parental consent requirements for those under 21
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Effective date of July 1, 2021
Legislative Description
Marriage license; require previously married applicant to provide certified copy of divorce or annulment when applying for.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2021