This bill amends existing Nebraska statutes to establish new requirements for marriage licenses and the emancipation of minors. Specifically, it stipulates that no marriage license shall be granted unless both parties are eighteen years of age or older, eliminating the previous allowance for individuals as young as seventeen to marry. Additionally, the bill modifies the conditions under which a marriage license may be denied, ensuring that if either party is younger than eighteen, the county clerk will not grant a license. The bill also repeals section 42-105, which previously outlined conditions for minors seeking marriage.

Furthermore, the bill revises the emancipation process for minors, emphasizing the responsibilities and rights that come with emancipation. It clarifies that a judgment of emancipation removes the legal disabilities associated with being a minor, allowing emancipated individuals to make decisions regarding their residence, medical care, and financial obligations without parental consent. The bill also ensures that minors are informed of the consequences of emancipation, including the loss of parental financial support and the responsibilities they will assume as adults. Overall, the legislation aims to protect minors by raising the legal marriage age and clarifying the implications of emancipation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 42-105, 42-107, 43-4809, 43-4810