NORTH CAROLINA AGE OF MAJORITY/ AGE OF CONSENT/ AGE OF MARRIAGE

Age of Majority: 18
Age of Consent: 16
(N.C. Gen. Stat. Ann. §§ 1-17 (a)(1), 14-17.25)

Age of Marriage: 16, with parental or judicial consent, if minor is no more than four years younger than spouse
(N.C. Gen. Stat. Ann. §§ 51-2, 51-2.1)

Official Proof of Age for Marriage Application: Not always required
(N.C. Gen. Stat. Ann. § 51-8)

The information provided is solely for informational purposes and is not legal advice. To determine the North Carolina Age of Majority/ Age of Consent/ Age of Marriage in a particular case, contact a lawyer in the state.