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Does a declaration of invalidity affect the legitimacy of children?

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Does a declaration of invalidity affect the legitimacy of children?

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• No. Legitimacy is a legal term. Church law states that the status of children born of a marriage that is later determined to be invalid in the perspective of the Church is not affected. Children are a gift from God and entitled to the love and support of parents as well as the faith community.