As reported by The Colorado Sun in their article “Colorado Supreme Court updates definition of common-law marriage to include LGBTQ, nontraditional couples”, recent rulings from the Colorado Supreme Court have broadened how courts determine whether a couple is in a common-law marriage. This change significantly impacts LGBTQ and nontraditional couples by allowing more flexibility in proving marital status.
Unlike formal marriage, common-law marriages require no license, witness, or state record. Historically, proving such a marriage relied on limited factors like joint tax filings. The Court’s updated approach expands the evidence considered, focusing primarily on whether both individuals mutually intended to enter a marital relationship — sharing life as spouses in a committed, supportive partnership.
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