Georgia Statutes

§ 19-3-1 — Prerequisites to valid marriage

Georgia § 19-3-1

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O.C.G.A. § 19-3-1 (2026).

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To constitute a valid marriage in this state there must be:

(1)Parties able to contract;
(2)An actual contract; and (3) Consummation according to law.

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