Kentucky SB156 prohibits child marriage by setting the minimum age for marriage at 18.
Kentucky SB156 amends state law to prohibit marriage for individuals under 18 years of age. It repeals the previous provision allowing 17-year-olds to marry with court permission. The bill also updates the list of acceptable documents to prove age for marriage. Exceptions are made for marriages that were lawful before the act's effective date.
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