Marriage Flashcards
1
Q
What are the requirements of a ceremonial marriage?
A
A license issued by the clerk of the court- state can evaluate marital capacity
Ceremony - an officiant
- religious needs authorization, judges and gov officials don’t
Parties must declare their intent to be spouses.
2
Q
Are any specific words required to make marriage promise in a ceremonial wedding?
A
Naw
3
Q
How does a curative statute assist spouses who had invalid marriage?
A
Cures the defect as long as the parties acted in good faith
4
Q
Does VA have common law marriage?
A
No.
5
Q
Does VA respect common law marriages from other states?
A
Yes if they are valid
