Re: Void Marriage and Remarriage

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On 9/20/08, Yvonne wrote:
> PLEASE HELP!!!!!
>
> I was married in 1988. I remarried in 1991 thinking that my
> first marriage was final in the courts. I had to refile.
> The first marriage became final in 1994. From what I have
> read, the second marriage is void with no need to file any
> paperwork. I want to be sure. I want to get remarried now.
> I want to make sure that the second marriage does not
> require any filings and I can move forward.

Assuming your state does not have any peculiar marriage
statutes, the second marriage is void. It would be considered
a bigamous marriage, which are void in most states.

Cheers,