Marriage Registration Regulations Q&A

Author: Ding Feng
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Publish Date: 2003-09-01
Features: The "Draft Marriage Registration Regulations" were passed by the State Council's 16th Executive Meeting on July 30, 2003. On August 8, 2003, Premier Wen Jiabao signed State Council Order No. 387, officially promulgating the "Marriage Registration Regulations," which took effect on October 1, 2003. The promulgation and implementation of the "Marriage Registration Regulations" mark a significant and joyous event in the development of China's marriage legal system, signifying a new phase in the legalization of marriage registration. To help all sectors of society better understand the legislative background, essential spirit, specific content, and relevant provisions of the new regulations, the author has organized the writing of this Q&A. It introduces and promotes the new Marriage Registration Regulations in a popular and clear format.