Minnesota § 517.23 - MEANING OF CIVIL MARRIAGE
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 517.23 — MEANING OF CIVIL MARRIAGE, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 517.23. MEANING OF CIVIL MARRIAGE
Wherever the term "marriage," "marital," "marry," or "married" is used in Minnesota statute in reference to the rights, obligations, or privileges of a couple under law, the term includes civil marriage, or individuals subject to civil marriage, as established by this chapter. A term subject to this definition must also be interpreted in reference to the context in which it appears, but may not be interpreted to limit or exclude any individual who has entered into a valid civil marriage contract under this chapter.
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Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Source: official Minnesota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 517.23
What does Minnesota Statutes § 517.23 cover?
Section 517.23 ("MEANING OF CIVIL MARRIAGE") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Minnesota § 517.23?
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