Legal Question in Family Law in California

Re: Is there a legal precedent for 'common Law divorce'?

In California the procedure is the same as in a regular marriage. However, there must first be a valid common law marriage. California does not have a statute providing for a common law marriage. Common law marriages that are valid in another state are recognized in this California.

Re: Is there a legal precedent for 'common Law divorce'?

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NOW, IN RESPONSE TO YOUR INQUIRY --

A common law marriage cannot occur in California; however, California courts will recognize a valid common law marriage that occurred in another state.

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