Idaho prides itself on personal freedoms, but one child bride explains how her parents' freedom cost her dearly. In this cover story, the Inlander explores the fact that child marriage is still legal in the United States, with exceptions for those under 18 to get married in nearly every state. Listen as we take a deep dive into the issue in Idaho, which had the highest rate per capita, according to one study. Story by Samantha Wohlfeil, copyright Pacific Northwest Inlander.

Stolen Youth: Child marriage is still legal in the United States. Idaho tops the list

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