Printed in the 15 Feb 2001 edition of the Prophet, Putus Matrimonium Decree This is an amendment to the Putus Matrimonium Decree, enacted 4 February 2001.
Article 3- Purebloods: 1.Purebloods who do not marry another pureblood OR a half-blood will be fined and lowered in status. 2. Half-bloods who do not marry a pureblood will be fined, and risk imprisonment
Preferred marriage pairings will be sent out via Owl post. A sufferance fee of 500 Galleons will be charged to individuals who choose to go against the Ministry's recommendations.
The members of the Wizengamot apologise for any confusion that may have been caused.
Secretary Bellatrix Lestrange, Department of Magical Law Enforcement