Nuptial Law is a law book featured in Justice Strauss's library.
Description[]
The book involves discussion of laws regarding marriage in the specific area of The City. The book is described as long and difficult to read.
Two known segments are seen:
“ | The laws of marriage in this community are very simple. The requirements are as follows: the presence of a judge, a statement of 'I do' by both the bride and the groom, and the signing of an explanatory document in the bride’s own hand. | ” |
“ | A legal husband has the right to control any money in the possession of his legal wife. | ” |
More information known to be included:
- Laws regarding the age of marriage, and how underage citizens can be married with the permission of a legal guardian.
- Laws regarding polygamy, which is noted to be illegal in the City's area.
It is known to be included in Justice Strauss's library. It was borrowed by Klaus Baudelaire and used to figure out Count Olaf's plot. It was last seen in Count Olaf's tower.[1]
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