Full question:
I do not have a cordial relationship with my parents. I want to get married to my boyfriend and shift to another city. I am 17 years old and residing in Michigan. Do I need to take my parents consent before getting married?
- Category: Marriage
- Subcategory: Minor
- Date:
- State: Michigan
Answer:
In Michigan, a person who is 16 years of age but is below 18 years of age may enter into marriage with the written consent of 1 of the parents of the person or the person's legal guardian. The relevant statutory provision is stated below.MCLS § 551.103 reads:
“(1) A person who is 18 years of age or older may contract marriage. A person who is 16 years of age but is less than 18 years of age may contract marriage with the written consent of 1 of the parents of the person or the person's legal guardian, as provided in this section.”
In the instant case, as you are below the age of 18 years, you may need to take the consent of your parents.
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