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West Virginia · Through as of 2026-08-03; contains at least the enactments of the 2026 Regular Session · Newer source version available

W. Va. Code § 48-2-602: Marriage out of state to evade law.

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  1. CHAPTER 48. DOMESTIC RELATIONS.
  2. ARTICLE 2. MARRIAGES.

If a resident of this state marries in another state or country, the marriage is governed by the same law, in all respects, as if it had been solemnized in this state if, at the time of the marriage:

(1) The marriage would have been in violation of section 3-103 if performed in this state;

(2) The person intended to evade the law of this state; and

(3) The person intended to return and reside in this state.

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