Know who can marry in the United States. In the US, states have specific restrictions on who can and cannot marry. For example, individuals who cannot give informed consent, such as people with severe developmental disabilities, may not be able to marry.
Restrictions vary by state, so you must research your state’s requirements. In general, the following restrictions will apply:
- Age. In most states, the legal age to marry is 18. In some states, you may be able to get married if you are younger than 18 by providing parental consent (and, in some cases, the consent of a judge)
