"Child Marriage Epidemic in the US: California's Alarming Loophole Exposed A staggering 33 states in the US still permit minors to get married, with California being one of the most concerning, having no minimum age restriction at all. This alarming loophole has raised serious concerns about the welfare of children, particularly girls, who are often coerced or manipulated into early marriages. According to experts, child marriage not only undermines a child's education and future prospects but also puts them at a heightened risk of domestic violence, health complications, and even death. As lawmakers and advocates push for reform, California's lax laws are under scrutiny, sparking a national conversation about the need to protect vulnerable youth from this devastating practice."
California is one of 33 states that still allows minors to marry and one of just three with no minimum age restriction.
