Understanding the Consequences of Unlawful Marriages in Oklahoma
Hello, I’m Oklahoma City attorney Dillan Savage of Wirth Law Office. Today we are going to be discussing the penalty for performing a marriage for individuals who otherwise cannot be married in the state of Oklahoma.
So, if you are an individual who can perform marriages, such as a minister or any other licensed officiant, and you knowingly proceed with a marriage that is not allowed under Oklahoma law, you can be charged with a felony. The penalties for this can be quite severe, ranging from one to five years in prison, along with a possible fine of up to five hundred dollars.
Legal Framework and Penalties for Unlawful Marriages
This is a considerable punishment for individuals who go forward with performing a marriage that is not sanctioned by law. The state has specific guidelines regarding who is eligible to marry, which can be found under Title 43, Section 2, particularly concerning consanguinity.
The exact statute outlining the penalties for unlawful marriages is Title 43, Section 14. If you perform a marriage knowingly in violation of this law, you could face a felony charge, leading to significant legal repercussions.
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