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MS HB1277
Bill
Status
2/1/2022
Primary Sponsor
Earle Banks
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AI Summary
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Requires applicants for a marriage license who have been previously married to provide a certified copy of their divorce or annulment decree(s) if their former spouse is still living or their status is unknown
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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 at least 17 years old and females at least 15 years old may marry, with parental consent required for those under 21
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Circuit court clerks who issue marriage licenses without complying with all requirements face fines of $50 to $500 and misdemeanor charges
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Effective date of July 1, 2022
Legislative Description
Marriage license; require previously married applicant to provide certified copy of divorce or annulment when applying for.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/1/2022