Gus Pirlot for Wisconsin Watch, Author at Wisconsin Watch

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Child marriage with parental consent is still legal in Wisconsin. Republicans have blocked Democratic efforts to change that.

by Gus Pirlot for Wisconsin Watch June 4, 2026June 3, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Nearly 300 16- and 17-year-olds were married in Wisconsin over the past decade.