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Why has same-sex marriage been legalized in Laos?
Same-sex marriage has not been legalized in Laos.
Where in Central America has same-sex marriage been legalized?
No country in Central America has legalized same-sex marriage.
Why has same-sex marriage not been legalized in North Carolina?
Same-sex marriage was legalized in North Carolina on October 9, 2014.
Can same-sex marriage be legalized?
Yes, it can. It has been in a number of places.
What are some legal arguments why same-sex marriage should not be legalized?
There is no legal reason for it to be illegal. That is why in states where someone has sued to get the law changed is has been.
Why has same-sex marriage not been legalized in India?
The issue in India is complex, but in general terms, same-sex marriage has not been legalized in India due to religious and cultural taboos against gay people.
How does same-sex marriage happen?
In places where it has been legalized, it happens exactly the same way as any other marriage (i.e., apply for marriage license, ceremony before authorized officiant, registration of marriage, issuance of certificate). In places where it has not been legalized, it does not happen except symbolically.
On how many continents has same-sex marriage been legalized?
Same-sex marriage has been legalized in at least some countries (or states) in North America, South America, Europe and Africa. One country in Oceania (New Zealand) is scheduled to begin marrying same-sex couples on August 19, 2013. Several territories in Antarctica permit same-sex marriage, although marriages almost never happen there. Asia is the only continent where no country has legalized same-sex marriage.
At what age can same-sex couples get engaged?
Engagement is a social rite and is not legally binding or controlled by law. In states where same-sex marriage has been legalized, the minimum age is the same for same-sex couples as for heterosexual couples. This age is usually 18, although exceptions are sometimes made with either parental or judicial consent. In states where same-sex marriage has not been legalized, you can get engaged but will either have to wait for marriage equality to come to your state or travel out-of-state for your wedding.
What is the effect on states where same-sex marriage has not been legalized?
States that have not legalized same-sex marriage are affected by the legalization of same-sex marriage in nearby states as follows:Non-marriage states loose tourism dollars to marriage states.Politicians in non-marriage states are subjected to increased pressure to address the issue (think of Rhode Island being the only state in New England that has not legalized same-sex marriage).Some gays and lesbians choose to move from non-marriage states to marriage states. These are usually the most wealthy, best educated young people who have the most to contribute to a state's economy over the course of their lives. Poor, uneducated older folk stay put.Businesses complain that a patchwork of domestic partner and civil union laws make managing Human Resources more difficult and legalizing same-sex marriage would ease this burden.Businesses claim that the legalization of same-sex marriage makes it easier for them to attract and retain highly qualified workers. One can assume that banning marriage has the opposite effect.
How many of the US have legalized marijuana?
18+ States have been legalized Marijuana. They are:CaliforniaAlaskaOregonWashingtonMaineColoradoHawaiiNevadaMontanaRhode IslandNew MexicoVermontMichiganArizonaNew JerseyDelawareWashington DCConnecticutMassachusetts
Is same-sex marriage legal in the Faroe Islands?
No. Although same-sex marriage has been legalized in Denmark, the law does not extend to the Faroe Islands.
