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How do registered domestic partners in California legally change their names?
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One or both partners can change their middle or last names on the Declaration of Domestic Partnership form as part of the registration. Information concerning this name change process can be found in California Family Code sections 298, 298.5 and 298.6.
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What if you are not registered as domestic partners?
If you are not registered as domestic partners, then you are not legally recognized as domestic partners. However, in jurisdictions where there is no government registry of domestic partnerships available, many companies offer domestic partner benefits based upon a notarized affidavit of domestic partnership submitted to the company, with no requirement for government registration.
How do gifts get handled with domestic partners?
In most jurisdictions, a gift between two domestic partners is treated the same as a gift between two strangers. In California, Oregon and Nevada, however, all assets of domestic partners are jointly owned regardless of whether they are called gifts, the same as for legally married spouses.
Can domestic partners be discriminated against?
Yes and they frequently are. Domestic partners, which may be of either same or mixed genders, are often treated differently than legally married couples, particularly in the legal context. Right off the bat, there is an entirely different set of vocabulary words that are used in connection with their relationship. If they are registered, then they often are granted only a subset of legal rights and benefits of marriage. Although opposite-sex couples have consciously chosen not to marry, same-sex couples might have settled for domestic partnership because it was the only option available. If your question is whether it is legal to discriminate against domestic partners (i.e., treating them differently than legally married couples), then the answer in many jurisdictions is yes. In many states, the law itself draws a distinction between married couples and domestic partners. In some places, such as California, Oregon, Nevada and, for the time being, Washington state, state-registered domestic partners are entitled to be treated the same as legally married couples.
What constitutes a domestic partnership?
A domestic partnership consists of two individuals agreeing to live together as domestic partners. The arrangement can be informal, or the couple can execute a legally binding "domestic partnership agreement" (also known as a "living together agreement"), or the couple can formally register their domestic partnership with a local or state government.Some local and state governments grant specific rights and protections to domestic partnerships if they are registered. Registration consists of appearing in person, paying a fee, presenting identification and signing a form.Some employers will grant benefits to registered domestic partners. Some employers require only that the employee and his/her domestic partner submit a notarized affidavit of domestic partnership.Characteristics of a domestic partnership vary, but they usually include these:Both domestic partners are unmarried.Neither partner has an undissolved domestic partnership with someone else.Both partners live together.Both partners share finances.Both partners are of legal age.The partners are not closely related by blood.
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.
Can one partners credit affect the other partners credit in a California Domestic Partnership?
A California domestic partnership is the equivalent of marriage in every way, except that it is not called a marriage. Yes. One domestic partner is legally liable for debts incurred by the other, even if the account bears only the other partner's name. Because you are potentially liable to pay any delinquent debt, a judgment could be issued against you and that would show up on your credit report.
What protections does the 2006 Domestic Partners Act of South Australia provide for same-sex couples?
The act gives domestic partners the same rights and responsibilities as a legally married couple, except for adoption, access to in vitro fertilization and altruistic surrogacy.
Marrige is disgusting?
Not at all, it's a wonderful institution that joined partners legally; to share a domestic life, make a family etc.
Can you form a domestic partnership with a long term partner who is still legally married to someone else?
Yes. Domestic partnership does not bar you from marrying someone else. When a person marries, they no longer meet the eligibility criteria for domestic partnership and any existing domestic partnership is automatically terminated. However, it is a good idea to dissolve any existing domestic partnership prior to marrying, if possible. Also, state-registered domestic partnerships in California, Oregon and Nevada are considered substantially equal to marriage by New York state. If your domestic partnership is registered with one of those states (not a local government within the state), then you must dissolve the domestic partnership before marrying in New York.
How is a California vehicle legally registered in Illinois?
At the D.O.T. Department of Transportation. You'll need to have the vwhicles title with you as well.
Does the state of Rhode Island recognize California state registered domestic partnerships?
Yes. Rhode Island recognizes out-of-state domestic partnerships that extend the benefits and responsibilities of marriage. A California state registered domestic partnership extends those benefits and responsibilities and is therefore recognized in Rhode Island as a civil union. 15-3.1-8. Reciprocity. -- A civil union or registered domestic partnership that extends benefits and responsibilities without the status of marriage and is legally entered into in another jurisdiction shall be recognized in Rhode Island as a civil union; provided, that the relationship meets the eligibility requirements of this chapter.
What is the definition of domestic partnership?
DISCLAIMER: I am not an attorney.The legal definition will vary, depending on the jurisdiction. But in general:A person can have only one domestic partner at a time.The partners should be registered as domestic partners in the jurisdiction, if allowed, or have a notarized agreement indicating their intentions.The partners should live together.The partners should have some commingled finances (for example, a joint checking or savings account).
