Mich. Comp. Laws § 551.1

Current through Public Act 35 of the 2024 Legislative Session
Section 551.1 - Marriage between individuals of same sex as invalid contract

Marriage is inherently a unique relationship between a man and a woman. As a matter of public policy, this state has a special interest in encouraging, supporting, and protecting that unique relationship in order to promote, among other goals, the stability and welfare of society and its children. A marriage contracted between individuals of the same sex is invalid in this state.

MCL 551.1

Add. 1996, Act 324, Imd. Eff. 6/26/1996.