Maryland Common Law Marriage: Your Complete Guide
Thinking about common-law marriage in Maryland? Let's clarify the complexities. While many states recognize common-law marriages, Maryland doesn't recognize those formed within the state. If you've been living together in Maryland and considering yourselves married without a formal ceremony, you aren't legally married in Maryland's eyes. However, Maryland does recognize valid common-law marriages established in other states. This guide explains how Maryland handles these situations, the steps involved in proving a marriage formed elsewhere, and the legal implications....