2023 Maryland Statutes
Family Law
Title 5 - Children
Subtitle 2A - Authorization for a Minor to Marry
Section 5-2A-05 - Divorce Actions by Married Minor

Universal Citation:
MD. Family Law Code § 5-2A-05 (2023)
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    A minor who is married:

        (1)    may file an action for divorce under Title 7 of this article; and

        (2)    shall be deemed emancipated for the limited purpose of obtaining a divorce.

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