Pennsylvania § 3306 - Proceedings to determine marital status.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3306 — Proceedings to determine marital status., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3306. Proceedings to determine marital status.
When the validity of a marriage is denied or doubted, either or both of the parties to the marriage may bring an action for a declaratory judgment seeking a declaration of the validity or invalidity of the marriage and, upon proof of the validity or invalidity of the marriage, the marriage shall be declared valid or invalid by decree of the court and, unless reversed upon appeal, the declaration shall be conclusive upon all persons concerned.
Cross References. Section 3306 is referred to in section 7541 of Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure).
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 3306
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3306 cover?
Section 3306 ("Proceedings to determine marital status.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania § 3306?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 3306" (Pennsylvania). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 3306 apply to my situation?
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