### Question
What is the definition of child marriage?


### Answer
The definition of **child marriage** is as follows in *22 U.S.C. § 2304*:

> the marriage of a girl or boy who is—


(A) younger than the minimum age for marriage under the laws of the country in which such girl or boy is a resident

#### Citation:
  - *22 U.S.C. § 2304*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 32-FOREIGN ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER II-MILITARY ASSISTANCE AND SALES > Part I-Declaration of Policy**

