covenant marriage, type of marriage contract, currently available in three U.S. states, that imposes stricter requirements for entering into and ending a marriage than standard marriage contracts in other states do. Notably, signatories to a covenant marriage forgo the possibility of a no-fault divorce, which allows for the dissolution of a marriage without proof of wrongdoing on the part of either spouse. Legislation providing couples with the option of covenant marriage was adopted in Louisiana in 1997, in Arizona in 1998, and in Arkansas in 2001. The legislatures of several other states have considered but not yet adopted covenant marriage ...(100 of 933 words) Access the full article Help support true facts by becoming a member. Subscribe today!