Pennsylvania law outlines specific grounds for declaring a marriage voidable and eligible for annulment, including minors without court approval, influence of substances, impotence, and fraud. It also details the process for seeking annulment and the status of marriages pending court decisions. The law aims to protect individuals from invalid marriages based on these criteria.
The main grounds include minors without court approval, influence of alcohol or drugs, impotence, and marriage induced by fraud, duress, or coercion.
Yes, until a court issues a decree of annulment, the marriage remains valid and legally recognized.
In cases involving minors or substance influence, the action must be filed within 60 days after the marriage ceremony.
If both parties confirm the marriage or if either party dies, the marriage cannot be challenged or annulled later.