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Does the state of Nevada recognize Maine state registered domestic partnerships?
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Yes, according to NRS 122A.500. However, in order for the out-of-state domestic partnership to be recognized, the couple must re-register as domestic partners in Nevada and pay the applicable fee.NRS 122A.500 Recognition of similar legal unions of persons from other jurisdictions as domestic partnerships in Nevada; registration required for recognition. A legal union of two persons, other than a marriage as recognized by the Nevada Constitution, that was validly formed in another jurisdiction, and that is substantially equivalent to a domestic partnership as defined in this chapter, must be recognized as a valid domestic partnership in this State regardless of whether the union bears the name of a domestic partnership. For a legal union that was validly formed in another jurisdiction to be recognized as a valid domestic partnership in this State, the parties desiring such recognition must comply with the provisions of paragraph (b) of subsection 1 of NRS 122A.100.
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Does Washington D.C. recognize Nevada state registered domestic partnerships?
Yes. Out-of-state domestic partnerships that have all the same rights as legal marriage are recognized as legal marriages in Washington, DC, pursuant to the Domestic Partnership Judicial Determination of Parentage Act of 2009. This includes domestic partnerships registered with the state of Nevada.
Does the state of Oregon recognize Nevada state registered domestic partnerships?
Yes, the state of Oregon recognizes domestic partnerships performed in other states as Oregon state registered domestic partnerships which provide the same rights and responsibilities as legal marriage in Oregon.
Does the state of Wisconsin recognize Nevada state registered domestic partnerships?
No. The state of Wisconsin does not recognize domestic partnerships from other jurisdictions for any purpose. Couples must register for a Wisconsin state domestic partnership in order for their relationship to receive legal recognition.
Does the state of Vermont recognize Nevada state registered domestic partnerships?
The ACLU says: Comprehensive domestic partnerships, such as those from California, Nevada, Oregon and Washington, are also likely to be recognized as civil unions in Vermont, though this has not been conclusively determined. Consult a lawyer for more information.
Does the state of Maine recognize Nevada state registered domestic partnerships?
No. The Maine Domestic Partnership Law (Me. Rev. Stat. Ann. tit. 22, sec. 2710) does not offer reciprocity with out-of-state registered domestic partnerships. In fact, it requires in-state registration after a minimum of 12-months' residency in the state of Maine.
Does the state of Vermont recognize Oregon state registered domestic partnerships?
The ACLU says: Comprehensive domestic partnerships, such as those from California, Nevada, Oregon and Washington, are also likely to be recognized as civil unions in Vermont, though this has not been conclusively determined. Consult a lawyer for more information.
Do you have to register a domestic partnership in California if you live in Nevada but work in California?
No. Nevada only recognizes domestic partnerships registered in Nevada and will not recognize a California DP. California will recognize a Nevada DP, and treat it the same as a marriage. So, for the purposes of receiving domestic partner benefits from a California job, a Nevada DP should be sufficient, although individual employers may try to impose unnecessary requirements. For the purposes of ensuring spousal rights in CA in the event of hospitalization or death, a Nevada DP should also be sufficient.
Are Nevada state registered domestic partnerships limited to same-sex couples only?
No, opposite-sex couples are also eligible.
Does the state of Vermont recognize Maine state registered domestic partnerships?
Not likely, since a Maine state registered domestic partnership is not "comprehensive" in that it only offers limited rights and responsibilities and is not substantially equivalent to marriage. The ACLU says: Comprehensive domestic partnerships, such as those from California, Nevada, Oregon and Washington, are also likely to be recognized as civil unions in Vermont, though this has not been conclusively determined. Consult a lawyer for more information.
Does the state of Vermont recognize Maryland state registered domestic partnerships?
Not likely, since a Maryland state registered domestic partnership is not "comprehensive" in that it only offers limited rights and responsibilities and is not substantially equivalent to marriage. The ACLU says: Comprehensive domestic partnerships, such as those from California, Nevada, Oregon and Washington, are also likely to be recognized as civil unions in Vermont, though this has not been conclusively determined. Consult a lawyer for more information.
Does the state of California recognize Washington state registered domestic partnerships?
Yes. California recognizes out-of-state domestic partnerships that are substantially similar to marriage. An Oregon state registered domestic partnership is substantially similar to marriage. Therefore, California recognizes Oregon state registered domestic partnerships and grants them all of the same rights and responsibilities as legal marriages, but they cannot legally be called marriages.
What legal rights does a domestic partner have if there is a separation?
In the case of municipally-registered domestic partnerships, none. For state-registered DPs, particularly in California, Nevada, Oregon and Washington state, the rights are the same as for legal marriage.
