Illinois Compiled Statutes 750 ILCS 5/214 – Invalidity of Common Law Marriages.) Common law marriages contracted …
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Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 750 ILCS 5/214
- Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
- State: when applied to different parts of the United States, may be construed to include the District of Columbia and the several territories, and the words "United States" may be construed to include the said district and territories. See Illinois Compiled Statutes 5 ILCS 70/1.14
Invalidity of Common Law Marriages.) Common law marriages contracted in this State after June 30, 1905 are invalid.