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Marriage Act 1961 Section 44 - Witnesses

Marriage Act 1961

In force on 5 Jan 2026

Marriage Act 1961 Section 44

Witnesses

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MA1961 s.44

A marriage shall not be solemnised unless at least 2 persons who are, or appear to the person solemnising the marriage to be, over the age of 18 years are present as witnesses.