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The prosecution's case: California bans child marriage, a practice still legal in 32 US states
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Real event · international · 2026-10-01
California bans child marriage, a practice still legal in 32 US states
Final verdict announced: October 1, 2026 at 10:01 PM ET
Real headline
California bans child marriage, a practice still legal in 32 US states
Gov Gavin Newsom called it a "long overdue measure to protect young Californians".
The documented connection: No documented connection · Authority: administration
What the record shows
California has taken steps to protect minors from marriage.
Original reporting
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BBC News — California bans child marriage, a practice still legal in 32 US states — 2026-10-01
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