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Marriage Act, 1961 (Act No. 25 of 1961)

35. Penalties for solemnizing marriage contrary to the provisions of this Act

 

Any marriage officer who knowingly solemnizes a marriage in contravention of the provisions of this Act shall be guilty of an offence and liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding one hundred rand or, in default of payment, to imprisonment for a period not exceeding six months.