In law, marriage is considered a civil contract, to which the consent of the parties capable of contracting is essential.

Source

  • R.S.1866, c. 34, § 1, p. 254;
  • R.S.1913, § 1540;
  • C.S.1922, § 1489;
  • C.S.1929, § 42-101;
  • R.S.1943, § 42-101.

Terms Used In Nebraska Statutes 42-101

  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.