The annulment of either spouse’s marriage is not finalized except by a judge. If the ruling is issued before consummation, no dower is payable; if it comes after consummation, she is entitled to the named dower, and the husband may reclaim that amount1 from the deceiver—should such a person be found.

A minor girl, an insane woman, or a slave-girl is not to be married off to a man who suffers from a disqualifying defect. If a mature woman willingly chooses to marry a eunuch or an impotent man, she is not to be prevented; she may, however, be prevented from marrying a man who is insane, leprous, or afflicted with vitiligo.

Once she learns of the defect, or if her husband later develops it, her guardian has no right to compel her to seek an annulment2.