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Subject: Marriage

Scenario:

John and Mary got married in a civil ceremony in the Philippines. However, it was later discovered that the marriage license used for their wedding was expired. They are now facing issues regarding the validity of their marriage and the effects of such irregularity.

Question:

Considering the Effects of Absence, Defect, or Irregularity in a marriage, as stated in Article 4 of the Family Code of the Philippines, discuss the legal consequences of John and Mary's situation. Specifically, address the following:

What is the general rule regarding the validity of marriages with irregularities or defects in the marriage ceremony?
What are the possible legal consequences for John and Mary's marriage, given the expired marriage license used in their civil ceremony?

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