Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

Common Law Marriage

Is common law marraige legal in Maryland?

I have been with my partner for 22 years, consistently, and have 2 children by him. I have recently been told that CLM in not legal in Maryland, please Advise, thanks.


Asked on 10/31/00, 4:23 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Carolyn Press Chung & Press. P.C.

Re: Common Law Marriage

You were informed correctly. Common law marriage is not recognized in Maryland.

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Answered on 11/16/00, 4:11 pm
Lisa Lane McDevitt McDevitt Law Office

Re: Common Law Marriage

Common law marriages cannot be created in Maryland. However, MD will recognize a common law marriage that was created in another state. So if you lived for instance in DC where common law marriages can be created, and then later moved to MD, MD may recognize your marriage.

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Answered on 11/17/00, 8:39 pm

Re: Common Law Marriage

Maryland does not recognize common law marriages. But that does not mean that you do not have certain rights. If you have specific question about a particular right, please e-mail me.

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Answered on 11/16/00, 6:56 pm


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