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=== 2. A Valid Marriage: Proof of Marriage ===
=== 2. A Valid Marriage: Proof of Marriage ===


Section 52(1) of the [http://canlii.ca/t/840j ''Evidence Act'', RSBC 1996, c 124] states that if it is alleged in a civil proceeding that a ceremony of marriage took place in BC or another jurisdiction, either of the following is evidence that the ceremony took place:  
Section 52(1) of the [http://canlii.ca/t/840j ''Evidence Act'', RSBC 1996, c 124] states that if it is alleged in a civil proceeding that a ceremony of marriage took place in BC or another jurisdiction, either of the following can serve as evidence that the ceremony took place:  
*a) the evidence of a person present at the ceremony (less common); or  
*a) the evidence of a person present at the ceremony (less common); or  
*b) a document purporting to be the original or a certified copy of the certificate of marriage (the church certificate is not acceptable). Note: A certified copy is often not accepted by the Registry and all efforts should be made to obtain the original marriage certificate.   
*b) a document purporting to be the original or a certified copy of the certificate of marriage (the church certificate is not acceptable). Note: A certified copy is often not accepted by the Registry and all efforts should be made to obtain the original marriage certificate.   
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