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A new California law bans child marriage. What's the global outlook on the practice?

NPR News·October 1, 2026·1 min read

California's governor signed a law banning child marriage, making it illegal for minors to marry in the state. The move raises questions about the global status of such bans and their effectiveness. While California joins several states in outlawing the practice, child marriage remains legal in many parts of the world, and enforcement varies.

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