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.

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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.

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Answered on 5/24/10, 2:30 pm


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