Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Legality of Online Ordination

Would a wedding, in the state of Texas, (Galveston county) performed by a person who was ordaned instantly online through the Universal Life Church (ULC.org) be legal?


Asked on 1/22/05, 1:29 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Eric Beal Law Offices of Eric Beal

Re: Legality of Online Ordination

If nothing else, you would be common law married. A common law marriage occurs in Texas when all three of the following are present:

1. Live together as man and wife;

2. Present yourselves as man and wife; and

3. Agree to be married.

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Answered on 1/22/05, 1:40 pm
Fran Brochstein Attorney & Mediator

Re: Legality of Online Ordination

If the person is ordained minister then the

State of Texas recognizes them as a minister.

The State of Texas can't determine who is a minister - separation of church and state issue.

Good luck!

Fran Brochstein

www.familylaw4u.com

713-847-6000

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Answered on 1/22/05, 2:35 pm


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