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California to End Child Marriage | Los Angeles News
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California is about to become a national leader in child protection by banning underage marriage entirely — no exceptions. After years of advocacy from survivors like Courtney Stodden, who married at 16, lawmakers are finally closing the loophole that lets kids wed with parental permission. Over 35,000 underage marriages were recorded between 2000 and 2021 — mostly young women — exposing them to exploitation and abuse, especially since the age of consent is 18. With Governor Newsom poised to sign it, California will join most states in safeguarding minors, marking a historic step toward protecting children’s futures.
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