Utah does not automatically recognize a couple as being common law married after a certain number of years. Instead, for a couple to qualify as common law, they must petition the court. Certain conditions must be met to qualify;
- The couple must be of legal age and able to give consent
- Both parties must be legally capable of entering a solemnized marriage
- The couple must live together
- Both parties must treat each other as though they were married including financially
- They also must present themselves to the public in such a way that people believe they are married
If all the qualifiers are met, a judge may allow a couple to be recognized as married without a ceremony. There is a time limit to petition the court. Please consult an experienced family law lawyer in Salt Lake City.
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