Are there any restrictions on who can marry?

Yes, there are restrictions on who can marry in the state of Illinois. According to Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (750 ILCS 5/201), the only individuals who are allowed to marry must be of legal age (18 years or older) and not be closely related by blood. People who are 18 years or older may marry without any consent from parents or guardians. However, if one party is between 16-17 years old, they must have both parents or guardians present at the time of the marriage and provide written consent. Additionally, people who are under the age of 16 cannot marry in the state of Illinois even with parental consent. Any marriages that were entered into prior to reaching the age of 18 will be considered null and void. All applicants must also provide proof of their identity and age, as well as any required parental consent. Furthermore, same-sex marriage is legal in Illinois and has been since June 2014. People of the same gender are allowed to marry in Illinois just as long as they meet all of the other legal requirements.

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