Can my father sign off on a marriage license even though he doesn't have custody? 3 Answers as of September 27, 2011
I am 17 years old, turning 18 in January. My mom had full legal/physical custody of me. Then she kicked me out in June and told me I had to live with my biological dad. My boyfriend is in the Airforce and is potentially getting stationed overseas. I want to know if my dad can sign off on a marriage license for him and I to get married so I can fill out all the paperwork to go with him as soon as possible.Free Case Evaluation by a Local Lawyer!
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Warner Center Law Offices of Donald F. Conviser | Donald F. Conviser
You will need to inquire of your county clerk. In Los Angeles county, a minor must provide a Notarized Parent or Guardian Consent Statement and an order of the Superior Court granting the minor permission to marry, in order to obtain a marriage license. Inquire of your county clerk if the Consent Statement needs to contain the consent of both parents, or if the consent of only one parent will suffice.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 9/27/2011
Patricia C. Van Haren, Attorney at Law | Patricia Van Haren
You may file for an emancipation which would allow you to get married. Your father can consent and you would need to provide notice to your mother. After you are a legal adult, you will be able to get married.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 9/27/2011
Law Office of L. Paul Zahn | Paul Zahn
Although theoretically, your father could give permission without being the custodial parent, the court must make an order allowing you to marry and, realistically, that won't happen before you turn 18 in January. You should probably just wait.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 9/27/2011
