By the Grace of God,
We MAXIMILIAN,
Prince of Kaharagia, etc.,
WHEREAS, We hold the duty and royal prerogative to institute regulations governing the revered institution of marriage within Our realm, fully conscious of the significance of protecting the rights and duties of those who seek to engage in this noble union; And
WHEREAS, it is vital to affirm the principles of fairness, equality, and inclusivity in recognizing marriages within Our noble Principality; and
RECOGNISING, with profound regard for tradition and the principles of Our realm, the need to define, regulate, and safeguard the sacred bonds of marriage;
Now, THEREFORE, We, in Our Sovereign capacity, having considered these factors and with the authority vested in Us, do hereby decree as follows:
Article I: Definition of Marriage
1.1 Marriage within the Principality of Kaharagia shall be defined as a legally recognized civil contract entered into by two individuals, referred to as spouses, who have voluntarily consented to the union, irrespective of sexual or gender identity.
Article II: Eligibility for Marriage
2.1 Marriage in Kaharagia must be between two individuals who are not currently married and have reached the full age of eighteen years. Any previously married individual must present valid proof of dissolution of their former marriage and confirm their status as divorced.
2.2 Individuals wishing to form this union must be unrelated by blood and law, meaning they must not be siblings, parents and children, or other close relatives as defined by the jurisdiction. The matrimonial alliance between certain relatives, such as first cousins, aunts and uncles with nieces and nephews, and other relations specified in the decree, is strictly forbidden.
2.3 Both parties must have the legal mental capacity to enter into a marriage and must freely consent to the union without coercion, fraud, or undue influence. Lack of consent from either party shall render the marriage voidable or invalid.
Article III: Legal Recognition of Marriages
3.1 Only marriages that are officially registered with the Civil Registry of Kaharagia will be considered legal and valid within the Principality of Kaharagia.
3.2 The registration process for marriages within the jurisdiction of Kaharagia shall be transparent, fair, and accessible to all eligible individuals, ensuring equal opportunity and treatment in accordance with the principles of our realm.
Article IV: Solemnization of Marriage
4.1 The solemnization of civil marriages in the Principality of Kaharagia is an esteemed duty reserved for Mayors, Judges, and their designated deputies, conferred by virtue of their office. They are entrusted with the task of ensuring that every marriage they officiate meets the requirements set forth in this decree and aligns with the principles of Our realm.
4.2 The bridegroom or bride may desire to have their union solemnized by a person of their choosing, such as a clergy member or any other individual. In such cases, a specific commission in the form of letters patent, issued directly from the Kaharagian Sovereign, shall be required. These letters are valid only for the specified marriage and for a period of 90 days from issuance.
4.3 Marriages solemnized without such a commission or outside the purview of the aforementioned officials are not recognized as valid. However, in exceptional circumstances, a pardon may be issued by the Kaharagian Sovereign, recognizing a marriage officiated by a non-commissioned celebrant. Such decisions rest solely at the discretion of the Sovereign and are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Article V: Recognition of Foreign Marriages
5.1 Marriages solemnized outside the borders of the Principality of Kaharagia, provided they meet the requirements as laid out in this decree and are legally recognized in the jurisdiction where they were solemnized, shall be accepted within the Principality of Kaharagia.
5.2 The couple may register their foreign marriage with the Civil Marriage Registry of Kaharagia to be officially recognized within Our realm. Registration with the Civil Marriage Registry ensures that the marriage is treated with the same legal status as marriages solemnized within Kaharagia.
Article VI: Enactment, Compliance, and Enforcement
6.1 This decree shall come into force and take effect immediately upon its promulgation. All subjects of the realm, court officials, servants of the Crown, and other persons within the jurisdiction are hereby required to strictly adhere to the provisions of this decree without exception or delay.
6.2 The enforcement of this decree shall rest with the Crown and the relevant authorities appointed by the Crown. They shall have the power and responsibility to ensure compliance with this decree and to take necessary actions in accordance with the law to prosecute violations.
6.3 Any violation of the provisions of this decree shall be deemed an offence against the law and shall be punishable in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.
6.4 The relevant authorities are empowered to issue guidelines, rules, or regulations as necessary to implement, interpret, and enforce the provisions of this decree.
GIVEN under Our Hand and the Great Seal of Our Principality, at Our Court in Detroit, This 1st day of December, in the year of Our Lord Two Thousand and Twenty-Two, and the Thirteenth of Our reign.