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In 1841, was there a minimum age for wedding witnesses?

I have a marriage cert and listed is a Sarah Gowler.
The only one that fits was 15 at the time Would that be allowed?

Thanks

It is not necessary for a marriage register to be completed and signed for the marriage to be legal. The marriage is valid in law once the declaration and contract have been verbally made - hence the witnesses. There are no laws concerning the age of marriage witnesses - they need to be old enough to function properly as a witness that is all

from here,
http://home.clara.net/dixons/Certificates/marriages.htm

Jo

ok thanks then jo!
No idea of the family connection but that answer my question

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