As each state established marital laws, the majority of states had requirements for marriage that included limitations like waiting periods, blood tests, age limits, parental permission, verified witnesses, certified officiants, and a variety of other regulations meant to keep the marriage process genuinely intentional and legal. Various exceptions to these stringent laws sprang up across the country at different times and for different reasons. These limitations put a damper on the couples who wanted to elope for whatever reason.
“Gretna Greens” of Indiana
“Gretna Greens” of Indiana
“Gretna Greens” of Indiana
As each state established marital laws, the majority of states had requirements for marriage that included limitations like waiting periods, blood tests, age limits, parental permission, verified witnesses, certified officiants, and a variety of other regulations meant to keep the marriage process genuinely intentional and legal. Various exceptions to these stringent laws sprang up across the country at different times and for different reasons. These limitations put a damper on the couples who wanted to elope for whatever reason.