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2. Common-law marriage in the United States - Wikipedia

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   In the United States, common-law marriage, also known as sui juris marriage, informal marriage, marriage by habit and repute, or marriage in fact is a form of irregular marriage that survives only in seven U.S. states and the District of Columbia along with some provisions of military law; plus two other states that recognize domestic common law marriage after the fact for limited purposes.

3. Common-law marriage - Wikipedia

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   However, common-law marriage can still be contracted in Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Montana, Rhode Island, Texas, Utah, Oklahoma and the District of Columbia. [49] [50] [51] Once they meet the requirements of common-law marriage, couples in those true common-law marriages are considered legally married for all purposes and in all circumstances.

4. Common law marriage - Wikipedia

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   (see common-law marriage vs. cohabitation). The informal use of the term "common-law marriage" has given rise to many public misconceptions regarding this legal institution. [72] The status in the eyes of one authority may not be the same as for another. For example, a marriage may be recognized civilly, but not by a church, and vice versa. [73]

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   To recognize a common law marriage, the SSA first requires that the couple does have a valid common law marriage according to their state’s laws. This varies from state to state, but generally ...

6. 9 States Where a Common Law Marriage Can Give You a Tax Break

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   To file taxes jointly, you generally must be married. However, some states recognize so-called "common law marriages,"and allow couples to file their taxes together. Check Out: A Look at Tax Filing...

7. Cohabitation agreement - Wikipedia

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   Common law marriage occurs when two people enter into a marriage without going through the formalities typically required, such as obtaining a marriage license or having a formal marriage ceremony. Not all jurisdictions recognize common law marriage, and there are no common law jurisdictions in which cohabitation of itself will result in a ...