Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in California
Do churches have the right to deny a couple from marrying within their building (or officiating the event), and if they refuse are they in danger of being sued?
Asked on 5/18/10, 11:55 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert F. Cohen
Law Office of Robert F. Cohen
Yes, they can refuse. There can be no suit against a church for its decision to not permit a marriage in the building.
Answered on 5/23/10, 12:10 pm
Terry A. Nelson
Nelson & Lawless
So, you think you can force a private organization to let you use their property against their wishes?? No.
Answered on 5/24/10, 2:30 pm
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