Alaska § 25.05.011 - Civil contract.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 25.05.011 — Civil contract., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25.05.011. Civil contract.
(a) Marriage is a civil contract entered into by one man and one woman that requires both a license and solemnization. The man and the woman must each be at least one of the following: (1) 18 years of age or older and otherwise capable;
(2) qualified for a license under AS 25.05.171 ; or
(3) a member of the armed forces of the United States while on active duty.
(b) A person may not be joined in marriage in this state until a license has been obtained for that purpose as provided in this chapter. A marriage performed in this state is not valid without solemnization as provided in this chapter.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 25.05.011
What does Alaska Statutes § 25.05.011 cover?
Section 25.05.011 ("Civil contract.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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