A void marriage is deemed non-existent from the start. Under the law, it is as if the ceremony never took place . Because it is inherently flawed, it can never be ratified by living together . Grounds Under the Family Code Lack of Age: Marriages where either party is below 18, even with parental consent . Unauthorized Officers: Cerem

A marriage void ab initio is deemed non-existent from the start. Under the law, it is as if the union never occurred. Because it is fundamentally flawed, it can never be ratified by living together . Grounds Under the Family CodeUnderage Marriage : Unions where either party is below 18, even with permission.Lack of Authority : Cerem