State Act

Portuguese Civil Code, 1867

Article 1061 - Grant of permission for marriage of minor - In case of dissent between the parents in respect of grant of permission for the marriage, the opinion of the father shall prevail. Where only one parent survives or where the other is under legal impediment, the consent of the survivor or of the one who is not under impediment, will suffice, except when the survivor being the mother remarries and is not confirmed as administratix of the assets of the son/daughter; in this event the power shall vest in the family council. § 1 - Where in the absence or impediment of the parents the guardianship is exercised by the grandparent, the latter shall have power to grant or refuse permission. § 2 - In the absence or impediment of the parents and grandparents such power shall vest in the family council.