North Dakota § 14-03-02 - Lawful age for marriage
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 14-03-02 — Lawful age for marriage, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-03-02. Lawful age for marriage
Any unmarried person of the age of eighteen years or more, and not otherwise disqualified, is capable of consenting to and consummating a marriage. If a person is sixteen to eighteen years of age, a marriage license may not be issued without the consent of the parents or guardian, if there are any. A marriage license may not be issued to any person below the age of sixteen, notwithstanding the consent of the parents or guardian of said person.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 14-03-02
What does North Dakota Century Code § 14-03-02 cover?
Section 14-03-02 ("Lawful age for marriage") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. 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 North Dakota § 14-03-02?
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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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How does North Dakota § 14-03-02 apply to my situation?
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