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The answer to that question depends upon where you live. In many places in the world it has already been legalized, although in most places it has not. The rate at which new places legalize it seems to be accelerating, with 2013 being the top year so far.
The truth is that same-sex marriage is probably inevitable in all of North America, most of South America, and most of Europe and Oceania. There is almost no progress being made in Asia and Africa.
What else can I help you with?
When was same-sex marriage first legalized?
The Netherlands was the first country in the world to legalize same-sex marriage in 2001. Same-sex marriage was first legalized in the USA in the state of Massachusetts on May 17, 2004.
How many states is same-sex marriage illegal in?
If by "illegal" you mean "against the law," then none. There is no state in the US where same-sex marriage is considered a crime. In fact, in most US states, same-sex marriage is legally recognized. (See related questions below: "What US states have legalized same-sex marriage" and "What US states have banned same-sex marriage.")
What laws legalized same-sex marriage?
Some examples are:"Civil Marriage Act" (Canada - July 20, 2005);"Civil Union Act" (Act 17 of 2006) (South Africa - November 30, 2006);"HB7395" (Connecticut - November 12, 2008);"S115 An Act Relating to Civil Marriage" (Vermont - September 1, 2009);"Religious Freedom And Civil Marriage Equality Amendment Act 2009" (Washington, DC - December 18, 2009);"HB 436" (New Hampshire - January 1, 2010);"Marriage Equality Act" (New York - July 24, 2011);"SB 6239" (Washington (state) - December 6, 2012);"Maine Question 1 2012" (Maine - December 29, 2012); and,"Civil Marriage Protection Act - Maryland Question 6" (Maryland -January 1, 2013).
Can a lesbian marry?
Yes. A lesbian can marry a man anywhere. A lesbian can marry a woman in any of the states and countries that have legalized same-sex marriage.
When was cannabis legalized in the UK?
Medical cannabis was legalized in the UK on November 1, 2018. However, recreational cannabis remains illegal in the UK.
When was gay marriage legalized in Massachusetts?
Gay marriage was legalized in Massachusetts on May 17, 2004.
What Balkan nations have legalized same-sex marriage?
No countries in the Balkans have legalized same-sex marriage.
Why has same-sex marriage been legalized in Laos?
Same-sex marriage has not been legalized in Laos.
Where in Central America has same-sex marriage been legalized?
No country in Central America has legalized same-sex marriage.
What former Soviet republics have legalized same-sex marriage?
No former Soviet republics have legalized same-sex marriage.
Is it true that Snopes has confirmed the claim that Sweden has legalized child marriage?
No, Snopes has not confirmed the claim that Sweden has legalized child marriage.
Why has same-sex marriage not been legalized in North Carolina?
Same-sex marriage was legalized in North Carolina on October 9, 2014.
When was same-sex marriage legalized in British Columbia Canada?
Same-sex marriage was legalized in British Columbia on July 8, 2003.
When was same-sex marriage legalized in Saskatchewan Canada?
Same-sex marriage was legalized in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan on November 5, 2004.
What percent of the United States have legalized same-sex marriage?
As of December 20, 2013, about 33% of US states have legalized same-sex marriage.
When was same-sex marriage legalized in Nova Scotia Canada?
Same-sex marriage was legalized in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia on September 24, 2004.
When was same-sex marriage legalized in Newfoundland and Labrador Canada?
Same-sex marriage was legalized in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador on December 21, 2004.
