Full question:
My parents died when I was young. Now that I’m 17 year old and wanting to get married, will I be asked for parental consent? I live in Georgia with my aunt.
- Category: Marriage
- Date:
- State: Georgia
Answer:
If your parents are deceased, you will need consent from your guardian, which in your case is your aunt. She can appear in court to provide her consent for your marriage.
According to O.C.G.A. § 19-3-37, when individuals aged sixteen or seventeen apply for a marriage license, both parents or guardians must appear in person before the judge and consent to the marriage. If a parent or guardian cannot be present due to illness, an affidavit from them, along with a statement from a licensed physician confirming their incapacity, can be submitted instead.
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