reidqa Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 link removed This so called age gap thing is new age. It was common in the past like 1000's of years. Here is latest she 16 he 51. This is just one amongst 1000's now. Wait long enough and past comes back around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkly Eyes Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 lol, the reason it was common in the past isn't that women just love grey hair and old men. They most often had to or even were forced to marry an older man because of his money. It's still extremely common in poor countries. It was also common to not respect women and treat them as second class citizens, doesn't mean it's a good thing. I'm glad things worked out for you and your wife.. Bt you advertising older men falling in love with young teenagers like it is such a great thing is just creepy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banal Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Creepy dude. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ApocalypseDreams Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 When I was in Cuba there were tonnes of OLD men with Cuban girls who must of only been like 16 or 17. It was pretty creepy if you ask me. The old men are pretty much taking advantage of the poverty of the people in the country they are in. The funny thing was, I got into a conversation with one of them at the airport prior to leaving for Cuba who professed that he had such a love for the Cuban people and that he was a man of the people. Then I saw him lying on the beach a week later with a girl who could of been his grand daughters age. Nothing right about it and it's pretty sad if you ask me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reidqa Posted July 26, 2011 Author Share Posted July 26, 2011 Sparky, Based on your opinion should hide I think not. Creepy, do your research on so called divorce rates and these marraiges you will be shocked. Poor countries look at USA here in NYC over 500 couples married girl 14-16 man 30-50 yrs old in a 3 yr period. Taken advantaged of, it gets expensive in Hollister stores and style. I think my pocketbook suffered the most first 10 yrs. Once again new wave ideaology. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ApocalypseDreams Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Why would a 30-50 year old want a 14 to 16 year old? A 14 year old is just a kid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reidqa Posted July 26, 2011 Author Share Posted July 26, 2011 Jonty, Just got slapped from Germany chat room posed the question. OH boy hot subject. What's with you guys. Here in Europe, girls regard older men as more suitable partners for serious relationships and marriage. You need to be tough and successful here to survive! The young wankers fall out, they have to sit on the side and get NOTHING. They are not the real men! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reidqa Posted July 26, 2011 Author Share Posted July 26, 2011 Jonty, Did you really need to ask that, oh boy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkly Eyes Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Are you implying that there is no poor person in NYC??! Even if all those women were not poor and even extremely mature for age, it's still a very insignificant number of people. The idea of a 14-16 year old getting married to an old man is plain disgusting and has definitely have some power play in it involved. No matter what you say, a young teenager is still a child and doesn't have enough life experience or even brain capacity to decide for important decisions such as marriage. And about the couple you posted, there is absolutely no way in hell their marriage last. Just watch this video and decide for yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ApocalypseDreams Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Yeah, you covered why younger women might want an older man but why would someone who is 50 want to be in a relationship with someone who is 14? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkly Eyes Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Jonty, Just got slapped from Germany chat room posed the question. OH boy hot subject. What's with you guys. Here in Europe, girls regard older men as more suitable partners for serious relationships and marriage. You need to be tough and successful here to survive! The young wankers fall out, they have to sit on the side and get NOTHING. They are not the real men! Yeah, creepy men who want a young immature trophy are the real men. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reidqa Posted July 26, 2011 Author Share Posted July 26, 2011 Spark, My wife had the power play not me, I as a man can tell you worshipped the ground she walk on. 60% marriage intact rate a decade later. The normal marriager 20-30% level same amount of couples. Again Jonty you need to ask such a question. Here let me answer our son was a honeymoon baby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tresha Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Sorry, the 16-year old isn't being used. She knows exactly what she thinks she wants and is aggressive about it. She's hitting all the triggers and playing it very well IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkly Eyes Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Spark, My wife had the power play not me, I as a man can tell you worshipped the ground she walk on. 60% marriage intact rate a decade later. The normal marriager 20-30% level same amount of couples. Again Jonty you need to ask such a question. Here let me answer our son was a honeymoon baby. So the fact that you didn't use condoms explains why old men would like a 14 year old? I hope moderators close this thread to be honest, too inappropriate to be left open. And if you really love your wife, I think you should put some recent pictures of her as your profile picture rather than pictures of her when she was 15, just saying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ApocalypseDreams Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Sorry, the 16-year old isn't being used. She knows exactly what she thinks she wants and is aggressive about it. She's hitting all the triggers and playing it very well IMO. That's the same excuse sex offenders use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ApocalypseDreams Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 So the fact that you didn't use condoms explains why old men would like a 14 year old? I hope moderators close this thread to be honest, too inappropriate to be left open. And if you really love your wife, I think you should put some recent pictures of her as your profile picture rather than pictures of her when she was 15, just saying. Agreed. This forum should be for ADULT age gap relationship threads not threads trying to justify and build acceptance for 14 - 16 year old's being in relationships with 50 year old men. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reidqa Posted July 26, 2011 Author Share Posted July 26, 2011 Sparky, 45 yrs old never worked a joke pic sent by friends. link removed Who is being used, BTW she is totally into keeping young. Wife when we met. link removed My wife my miracle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reidqa Posted July 26, 2011 Author Share Posted July 26, 2011 Jonty, Errrr age gap is just that how about 110-70 or 70-30 or 15-30. Enjoy and contribute. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkly Eyes Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Sparky, 45 yrs old never worked a joke pic sent by friends. link removed Who is being used, BTW she is totally into keeping young. Wife when we met. link removed My wife my miracle. I bet she has to, considering how you feel it's appropriate for you to like 14-16 year olds. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ApocalypseDreams Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Jonty, Errrr age gap is just that how about 110-70 or 70-30 or 15-30. Enjoy and contribute. If an 18 year old wants to date or marry a 80 year old that's fine with me. I may think it's morally wrong but each to their own, right? A teenager who is not yet 18 is still a kid - physically, mentally and emotionally. When a person is 18 or over most of their brain has developed and they are deemed to be at an age were they can be responsible for their own decisions and actions. Prior to this, they are protected by laws and they are under the guidance of their parents or guardians for a reason. I can't for the life of me see why someone who is 50 would want to date or marry someone who is 16 and vice versa other than for some pretty unsavory reasons. You've yet to provide me with a reason other than a sleazy comment regarding sex which further validates everyone's distaste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fudgie Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 She doesn't look 16 at all. I think she looks older than I do and I'm 21. Then again, I don't wear make-up and dress like a harlot. This "trend" won't come back, sorry. It's simply illegal in the US, as it should be. If you're under 18, you're a child. If the older man really cares about your well being , then he will wait until you're 18+ to pursue. It's just that simple. OP, I find it disturbing that you think dating people under the age of 18 is okay. I think you should talk to a therapist. Do you have a propensity to like children? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reidqa Posted July 26, 2011 Author Share Posted July 26, 2011 Jonty, I do not know if you in the USA, all 50 states allow teens some as young as 14 to marry with parental consent. Here in NYC its 15 yrs old, the law treats this as an exclusion. As far as sex (illegal) until married, so the sleaze factor is gone. We abstained for such a reason until honeymoon night. I can tell you our first ten years soldified us to "death do us part" as a couple so much fun a married then parents. She was a grandmother at 36 yrs old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reidqa Posted July 26, 2011 Author Share Posted July 26, 2011 Fudgie do not be shocked. In the United States, all but one state requires that a couple be 18 in order to marry without parental permission. Nebraska sets the age of majority at 19. Although a few states will waive this requirement if there is a pregnancy, the couple may still have to have court approval. Delware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, and Oklahoma: Allow pregnant teens or teens who have already had a child to get married without parental consent. However in Florida, Kentucky, and Oklahoma, the young couple must have authorization from a court. Maryland requires that the minor be at least 16. Even with parental approval, many states will require court approval when a person is 16 years of age or less. Alabama Under 18 applicants need certified copy of birth certificate, both parents must be present with identification, or if you have a legal guardian they must be present with a court order and identification. If one or both parents are deceased, proper evidence of such must be provided. Alaska Under 18 applicants need certified copy of birth certificate, both parents must be present with identification, or if you have a legal guardian they must be present with a court order and identification. Arizona If you are under the age of 18, you must either have a notarized parental consent form or have your parents accompany you, present the proper identification, and sign the parental consent form in front of the clerk issuing your license. If you are age 16 - 17 identification and one of the following documents showing proof of age is needed: certified copy of birth certificate current driver's license state or military I.D. card or current passport If you are age 15 or under, you must also have a court order. Arkansas Under 18 requires consent of both sets of parents. California If either the bride or groom is under 18, at least one of the minor's parents, or legal guardian, must appear with the couple. Certified copies of birth certificates are required. The couple must also schedule an appointment with a counselor and then appear before a superior court judge. Colorado If you are 16 or 17, you will need consent of both parents (or parent having legal custody), or guardian, or seek judicial approval. If you are under 16, a Judicial Court Order along with parental consent is necessary. Connecticut If applicant is under the age of 18 written consent of the parent or guardian is required and under the age of 16 the Judge of probate must endorse with written consent on the license. Delware Both applicants must be over the age of 18 years old. Both applicants must be present to apply. Both applicants must present a valid driver's license or birth certificate when applying. District of Columbia Both applicants must be at least 18 years old to obtain a marriage license. With parental consent, the male must be at least 16 years old and the female must be at least 16 years old. Parental consent must be provided either in person or by notorized letter. Florida If an individual is under 18 years of age, but older than 16 years of age, a marriage license can be obtained with parental consent. If a parent has sole custody or the other parent is dead, the permission of one parent is sufficient. If a person is under the age of 16, the marriage license has to be issued by a county judge, with or without parental permission. If a minor's parents are both deceased and there is not an appointed guardian, he/she may apply for a marriage license. A minor who has been previously married may also apply for a license. A minor who swears that they have a child or are expecting a baby, can apply for a license if the pregnancy has been verfied by a written statement from a licensed physician. A county court judge may at his/her discretion issue or not issue a license for them to marry. Pre-Marital Course Providers will be charged a one time fee of $4.00 Georgia Applicants must be eighteen 18 years of age or older to apply without parental consent. Applicants may be sixteen 16 or seventeen 17 and apply for a license with consent of the parents or guardians. Parents or guardians must sign for you if you are underage. The parents must accompany the minor applying for the marriage license and must have proper identification, such as a valid driver?s license. Guardians must present proper guardianship papers. Underage female applicants who are pregnant may apply without parental consent. A letter from a doctor must be presented at the time of the application. The doctor?s letter must state that the female is pregnant, how far along she is and her estimated due date. This letter must be on the doctor?s letterhead with his/her original signature, not a stamped signature. If underage applicants already have a child, they should present a certified copy of the birth certificate for the child at the time of application. If parental consent is not required, the court will notify parents or guardians that you have been issued a marriage license. There is an additional fee of $1.00 per letter. All applicants need to take a premarital blood test. The blood test results must be printed on the mandatory state form #3411. Blood tests results must be signed and dated by the physician and must be less than thirty (30) days old when you apply for the license. Hawaii To marry, males and females must be at least 16 years of age. Males and Females under 18 must have written consent from both parents, legal guardians or family court. Males and females at age 15 may marry with the written consent of both parents or legal guardian and the written approval of the judge of the family court. Idaho Applicant under 16 years of age needs a court order 16 through 17: Applicants must present one of the following: Original Birth Certificate or Certified Copy Current Driver's License Passport State-issued Identification Card Parental consent from either parent or legal guardian Must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian Affidavit of Consent to Marriage of Minor Both parties age 18 or older -- no consent requirements Illinois Applicants between the ages of 16 and 17 may obtain a marriage license by presenting the following information: Sworn consent from each parent, each legal guardian or a judge - in person - before the county clerk at the time of application. Those giving consent must provide proper identification, including a: valid driver's license; valid state identification card; valid Illinois Department of Public Aid card; valid passport. (If the legal guardian is giving consent, a certified copy of the guardianship papers must be provided.) Indiana A certified copy of your birth certificate is required. If you are 17 years old you must apply for the license with both parents (or the person with legal custody). They will need to sign the consent portion of the application. If you are 16 or 15 years old, you must petition the Circuit Court via a "Permission to Marry" form. The cost for filing this petition is $120.00 even if the Judge refuses to allow the couple to marry. IC 31-11-2 Iowa Under 18 applicants (16 or 17 years of age) need to have parental consent. Kansas Any applicant who is under age 18 must have either: Notarized, written consent of all then living parents and legal guardians OR Notarized, written consent of one parent or legal guardian and consent of a district court judge. (K.S.A. 23-106) Kentucky If you are 16 or 17 years old, you must have the consent of your parents or legal guardian. Custody papers are required if your parents are divorced. The form that you need to have completed is the Consent to Marriage Form (84-FCC-501). It has to be witnessed by two witnesses who are at least 18 years old, signed by your parent or legal guardian, and sworn by the deputy clerk. If you are a pregnant minor you may apply to a district court judge for permission to marry without parental consent. If you are under 16, you must get approval to marry from the District Court. Minors cannot get married in Kentucky if parents or guardians are not residents of Kentucky. Louisiana If either party to the marriage is between the ages of 16 and 18, the presence and signatures of both parents are required. If a parent has legal custody in a divorce, a certified copy of the judgement must be presented. If either party is under the age of 16, a court order is required in order to obtain a license. Maine Applicants must be over 18 years old. A license shall not be issued to anyone under the age of 18 without written parental consent. A license shall not be issued to anyone under the age of 16 without written parental consent and the written consent of a judge. Maryland Parental consent is needed if under 18 years of age. If you are between 16-18 years of age, one of your parents or guardian must be with you and provide written consent. If you are under 16 years of age, you will need both the written consent of your custodial parent or guardian and the written approval of a judge of the Orphans' Court Division of the Court of Common Pleas. If you are under 18, pregnant or have a child, and show a certificate from a licensed physician stating you are pregnant or have had a child, the parental consent requirement may be waived. Massachusetts Massachusetts resident may marry if he or she is 18 years of age or older. A birth certificate may be required to show proof of age. If either party is under 18, a court order from a probate or district court where the minor resides must be obtained before the marriage intentions can be filed. Michigan Applicants 18 years of age may marry without parental consent. Applicants 16 years of age may marry with parental or legal guardian written consent. Parents must appear with their identification with 16 or 17 year old applicants. Custodial Parents must appear and bring proof of custody. The requirement for premarital counseling for individuals applying for a Marriage License has been eliminated. Applicants will be provided with written educational material by the County Clerk regarding prenatal care and the transmission and prevention of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. Minnesota Applicants 18 years of age may obtain a license. It is necessary to provide proof of age. Applicants between the ages of 15 and 18 must have the consent of a parent, guardian or the judge of juvenile court. Applicants under the age of 15 needs the written consent of a parent of guardian and the consent of a juvenile court judge. Mississippi Parental consent is needed if under 21 years of age. If parents or guardians do not give consent at time of application, they will be notified via certified mail. The marriage application will be held for three (3) days. Marriage licenses cannot be issued to males under 17, or females under 15 years of age. If the clerk receives a signed authorization from the parents, this minimum age requirement can be waived. Missouri A person under age 18 cannot marry without the consent of the custodial parent or guardian. A person under age 15 cannot marry without approval of a judge in the county where the marriage license is sought. The statute states that the judge should grant approval only upon a showing of "good cause" and that unusual conditions make the marriage "advisable." Persons lacking mental capacity to consent to marriage cannot marry without court approval. Montana If you are 16 or 17 years old, you must have the consent of both parents unless only one parent has legal custody of you. Proof of age must be in the form of a certified copy of your birth certificate. Both of you, as a couple, will also have to attend at least two counseling sessions that are at least 10 days apart. This has to be done with a designated counselor who will then have to provide a letter that states the names of the couple, their ages, the dates of the counseling sessions, and what the counselor thinks about their possible marriage. Then judicial consent signed by a district court judge must be given for the Clerk of court's office to issue a marriage license. No one 15 years of age or younger may marry in Montana. Nebraska Applicants must be 19 years old to marry without parental consent. Both applicants must be at least 17 years of age. You cannot marry in Nebraska if you are under 17. Parental consent required for applicants who are 17 or 18 years of age. Nevada If you are 16 or 17 years old, you must have one parent or legal guardian present. A notarized written permission is also acceptable. It must be written in English and needs to state the name, birth date, age of the minor child, along with the relationship of the person giving consent. The notary must note that the parent or guardian personally appeared before or was subscribed and sworn to. If you are under 16, marriage can be authorized only by court order when the request has been filed by either parent or legal guardian. New Hampshire Applicants who has reached the age of 18 can marry without parental consent. A female between the age of 13 and 17 years and a male between the age of 14 and 17 years can be married only with the permission of their parent (guardian) and a waiver (See Waiver). A female below the age of 13 and a male below the age of 14 are not allowed to marry under any conditions. The above regulations on age apply to New Hampshire residents or to a non-resident who desires to marry a resident. If both parties are non-residents and are below the age of 18 they cannot be married in N.H. under any conditions. Waivers: When "good and special cause" is shown waivers may be obtained which can alter certain requirements. Age: When either of the applicants is not yet 18 years of age but meets the minimum age requirements (See Age) whether a resident or marrying a resident of this state, when joined in the request by their parents or guardian, he/she may request and obtain permission to marry by applying to a justice of the superior court or to the judge of probate where one of the parties resides within N.H. Waiting period: This requirement can be waived on application to a justice of the superior court or judge of probate within the county where the marriage is to take place. New Jersey Applicants must both be at least 18 years old, with one exception. Applicants under 18 can marry if both parents consent to the marriage. The consent must be given under oath in front of two witnesses. Male: 16 or younger parties may marry with parental consent and/or permission of judge. Younger parties may obtain license in case of pregnancy or birth of child. Female: 16 or younger parties may marry with parental consent and/or permission of judge. Younger parties may obtain license in case of pregnancy or birth of child. New Mexico Both the bride and groom must appear in person at the time of applying. Male or female under 16 years of age may not apply except with a court order. Proof of Age Required: State original or certified copy of birth or baptismal certificate (hospital certificate is not acceptable). Male or female: 16 years through 17 years of age may apply only with the consent of a parent or legal guardian, or with a court order. Proof of age Required: State Original or certified copy of birth certificate, baptismal certificate or passport (hospital certificate is not acceptable). Consent: Must be in person or in the form of a notarized and or witnessed statement in which person giving consent indicates that he/she is parent/guardian. Male or female: 18 years through 20 years of age. Proof of Age required. State Original or certified copy of birth certificate, baptismal certificate or military I.D. (Drivers license are only acceptable as proof of age for those 21 or older). Male or female: 21 through 25. Drivers license or other picture I.D. New York If either applicant is under 14 years of age, a marriage license cannot be issued. If either applicant is 14 or 15 years of age, such applicant(s) must present the written consent of both parents and a justice of the Supreme Court or a judge of the Family Court having jurisdiction over the town or city in which the application is made. If either applicant is 16 or 17 years of age, such applicant(s) must present the written consent of both parents. If both applicants are 18 years of age or older, no consents are required. North Carolina Applicants 18 years of age or above may use 1 of the following I.D.'s: Driver's license (may not be expired). State-issued I.D. Card (may not be expired). Passport (may not be expired). Military I.D. (may not be expired). Applicants 16 or 17 years of age must have certified copies of their birth certificate in order to acquire a license and a written parental consent by a parent having full or joint legal custody of the underage party; or by a person, agency, or institiution having legal custody or serving as a guardian of the underage party. Parental consent form. Applicants over age 14 and under 16 must attain a Court Order by District Court Judge authorizing the marriage. Applicants under age 14 is unlawful to marry. Both bride and groom must provide their Social Security numbers and verification of the number. Applicants may present a Social Security card, W-2 form, or pay stub with the number as verification. Note: An alien admitted to the United States for permanent residence or to engage in employment must be issued a Social Security number. Applicants who are not eligible for a Social Security number may obtain a marriage license by signing an affidavit attesting to this fact. The affidavit is available in the Register of Deeds office or can be printed out here (affidavit). In addition, such applicants must provide proof of citizenship in the form of a duly stamped passport or green card. Ohio If you are 18 to 21 years of age, you will need to show your birth certificate. Persons aged 16-17 must have consent to marry from parents or legal guardians and may have to contact the Probate Court. Additionally, the Judge may require the minors to state that they have received marriage counseling that is satisfactory to the court. Section 3101.05 also mentions how the court will deal with a pregnant minor. Oklahoma If you are under 18, your parents must appear at the courthouse with you to sign a consent form. Minors must wait three days before the marriage license is valid. Orgeon Anyone not yet 17 years of age cannot be legally married in the State of Oregon. A seventeen year-old can be married if they have the parent's or guardian's consent. Parent and guardian consent forms are available from the County Recording Office. If you are seventeen and have resided within Washington County for at least six months, and no parent or guardian resides in the State of Oregon, you may be married if you have an affidavit signed by someone other than the bride or groom stating these facts. Affidavit forms are available from the County Recording Office. Pennsylvania Legal age for marriage in the State of Pennsylvania for both bride and groom is 18. If under 18 years of age applicants may marry with consent of a parent or guardian. Applicants must present Birth Certificate plus an additional $5.00. f Under 16 years of age with the approval of a Judge of the Orphans Court, as well as parent or guardian. Rhode Island A Minor's Permit to marry (VS 10) must be completed if a female applicant is 16 or 17 years of age. The permit must be signed and notarized in the presence of the City or Town Clerk or any clerk employed in that office. If this is not possible, contact the State Office of Vital Records for instructions. A female under age 16 and a male under age 18 cannot secure a marriage license in the State of Rhode Island without the approval of the Family Court. Applicants must be 18 or older to obtain a marriage license. South Carolina If you are under 18, you will need a certified copy of your birth certificate and a notarized statement of parental consent. The minimum age for a female is 14 and it is 16 for a male. South Dakota If you are 18 or older: Both the bride and groom need to be here at the same time to sign in our presence. Proof of age must be determined by showing a driver?s license, certified copy of a birth certificate or any photographic identification which includes the applicant?s name and birth. Please bring with you one of these forms of identification. The application is only good for 20 days, therefore, you may get your license on a Friday and get married the next day or that very same day if you wish. However, you cannot get your license in July and then get married in September. A license may be purchased in any county in the State and the marriage solemnized in any county in the State. You must keep the license in the State to get married. The cost of the license is $40.00. The preferred method of payment is cash. If you are between the ages of 16 and 18: You must have a parent or guardian?s written notarized consent. The parent can either come with the bride and the groom upon getting the license or a Parental Consent Marriage Form. This form would need to be filled out and signed by the parent or guardian of the under-age bride or groom in front of a Notary Public. Once it is filled out and signed, please bring it along with you to get your license. The bride and groom must appear in person at the same time to sign in our presence. Proof of age must be determined by showing a driver?s license, certified copy of a birth certificate or any photographic identification which includes the applicant?s name and birth. The application is only good for 20 days, therefore, you may get your license on a Friday and get married the next day or the very same day if you wish. However, you cannot get your license in July and then get married in September. A license may be purchased in any county in the State and the marriage solemnized in any county in the State. You must keep the license in the State to get married. The cost of the license is $40.00. The preferred method of payment is cash. Tennessee To obtain a marriage license in Tennessee, both parties must appear for the issuance of the license. A Social Security number is required for both parties. The age requirement for marriage in the State of Tennessee is as follows: Over 21- picture ID From 18 to 21, a birth certificate. From 16 to 18, you must have both parents accompany you, and sigh the approval affidavit and you must bring your birth certificate. There is a 3-day waiting period. If either party is under the age of 16, a waver must be issued from Juvenile Court. Texas If you are 14 to 17 years of age, you will need to show your birth certificate or some license, certificate or document issued by this state or another state, the U.S. or a foreign government.(Drivers license, military ID, passport or baptismal). Both parties must be 18 years or older,(14-17 requires parental consent). Both parties must provide their social security number or state they have one. Both parties must provide all information as required on the application and as requested by the clerk. Both parties must take the oath printed on the application and sign the application in the presence of the clerk. Utah Law states that marriage at the age of 18 years and above does not require parental consent. For those aged 16-17, parental consent is necessary. For those 15 years old, the following requirements must be met: Parental consent must be obtained Approval from Juvenile Court is necessary. The court must conclude that the marriage is voluntary and in the best interests of the minor. The court may require premarital counseling where and when appropriate. Vermont If you are at least 16, but under 18, you will need the consent of a parent or guardian. Anyone under guardianship may not marry without the guardian's written consent. Vermont also does not allow marriage between most close relatives. You cannot marry in Vermont to evade the laws of the state where you live. You cannot marry if either of you is currently married to someone else. The law also requires that both parties be of sound mind. Virginia The minimum age for marriage in the State of Virginia is sixteen years for both bride and groom; however, if either party is under eighteen, consent to the marriage must be given by the father, mother, or legal guardian. This may be done personally by the parent or legal guardian before the person issuing the license, or by a written consent properly sworn to before a notary public. Special provisions are made in Virginia law to allow marriage for underage parties when the female is pregnant and for situations in which underage applicants have no parent or legal guardian. Washington The bride and groom must be 18 years of age or older in order to apply for a license without parental or guardian consent. If the bride and/or groom are 17 years of age, they must have parental and/or legal guardian consent to apply for a marriage license. Parents/Legal Guardians may come in with the couple and be sworn in with them before signing the consent form on the back of the marriage application or they may sign a notarized statement of consent. All persons under the age of 17 must have parent and/or guardian consent and must present a court order obtained from Family Court and signed by a District Court judge with a court seal on it. There are NO EXCEPTIONS to this rule. Emancipated juveniles are still required to obtain a court order and/or parental consent--whichever applies. All persons answering "yes" to the question "Are you under the control of a legal guardian?" MUST have their guardian's consent. West Virginia The minimum age for marriage in the State of Virginia is sixteen years for both bride and groom; however, if either party is under eighteen, consent to the marriage must be given by the father, mother, or legal guardian. This may be done personally by the parent or legal guardian before the person issuing the license, or by a written consent properly sworn to before a notary public. Special provisions are made in West Virginia law to allow marriage for underage parties when the female is pregnant and for situations in which underage applicants have no parent or legal guardian. Wisconsin If either the bride or groom is under 18, you must have written, notarized consent from his or her parents or guardian. There is a Consent form available to be signed by parents or guardian before a County Clerk. Wyoming To get a marriage license, you both must be at least 18 years of age. If one or both of your ages is 16-17, a parent or guardian must sign for you. If you are 15 or under, you must get permission from a Court Judge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fudgie Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 reidqa, You'd be hard pressed to find parents willing to sign away their 14 year old daughter to someone so much older. That's why this "trend" (thankfully) is never coming back. I was with someone for 3 years who was 38 years older than me. We broke up recently due to his untreated depression. I obviously have no issues with age difference relationships but I do take issue to when someone is justifying dating a CHILD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fudgie Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Also, the "you can marry if you've had a kid without parental permission" in some states doesn't really help your cause. Because if you boned them before they turned 18 and knocked them up, that's still illegal. The law isn't in your favour and it shouldn't be. You met your wife when she was jailbait, a CHILD, and you're damn lucky you didn't get sent to jail for boning a child. It makes me sick that you are in favour of people trying to marry children. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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