Question

Michelle and James have been in a relationship for several years and they decide to get married. However, they are unsure about the essential and formal requisites of marriage under the Family Code. In light of this, discuss the following factual scenarios:

1. Alan and Jane, both Filipino citizens, have been living together as husband and wife for more than five years. They have a child together and want to legalize their union. However, they do not have a marriage license. Can Alan and Jane contract a valid marriage under the Family Code? Explain your answer.
2. Carlos and Sofia, both of legal age, want to get married. Carlos is a Filipino citizen, while Sofia is a foreigner. Sofia has been residing in the Philippines for a few years and intends to stay for the foreseeable future. Can Carlos and Sofia contract a valid marriage under the Family Code? Discuss the legal requirements that need to be fulfilled in this scenario.
3. Robert and Maria, both Filipino citizens, want to get married. However, Robert is only 16 years old while Maria is 25 years old. Can Robert and Maria contract a valid marriage under the Family Code? Explain the legal provisions that apply to their situation.