Do both parents have to sign for a minor to be able to get married
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Do both parents have to sign for a minor to be able to get married
My daughter wants to get married at
17.5 to her boyfriend who is in the
army when he is home on leave. her
father and i are divorced. I am ok
with signing it but her is not. Fo
bith of us have to sign
Asked on October 10, 2018 under Family Law, Massachusetts
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
As a general rule, both parents (if living) or the child's guardian have to consent to the marriage of a minor. To be certain, you can conslt directly with a local attorney in your area as they can give the specific law regarding this in your state.
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