California Bans Child Marriage with New Law AB 1267
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Legislation | Assembly Bill 1267 (AB 1267) signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom |
| Minimum Age | 18 years for marriage and domestic partnerships (no exceptions) |
| Previous Law | Allowed minors to marry with parental consent or court approval (no statutory minimum age) |
| Impact | Repeals prior exceptions; California becomes the 18th US state to ban child marriage outright |