Legal Question in Family Law in Oregon
Leaving home before 18years
My son and his girlfriend have been together for over 2 years - he was 16 1\2 she was 15. She is now pregnant and won't be 18 until May - He just turned 19. They want to get married, but her parents won't allow it. Does she have any say in the matter?
Asked on 1/24/07, 7:10 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Lawrence D. Gorin, Atty.
Law Offices of Lawrence Gorin
Re: Leaving home before 18years
QUESTION:
My son and his girlfriend have been together for over 2 years. She is now pregnant and won't be 18 until May - He just turned 19. They want to get married, but her parents won't allow it. Does she have any say in the matter?
ANSWER:
Under Oregon law, she cannot marry prior to age 18 without parental consent. So they will just have to wait a few more months, until May, to tie the knot.
L.D. Gorin
Answered on 1/25/07, 1:52 am
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