Legal Question in Family Law in Missouri
Does the State of MO recognize breach of a contract to marry?
Asked on 1/18/10, 9:39 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Anthony Smith
LawSmith
The state does not recognize it as astraghtforward tort like it did a century ago. However, one can seek redress for expenses and other losses suffered in anticipation of a marriege resoanbly based upon a promise to marry. This usually is the expense of an unreturned engagement ring or for housing expenses incurred in preparing for matrimonial cohabitation.
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Answered on 1/25/10, 10:24 am