Does Oregon recognize out-of-state same-sex marriages and civil unions as domestic partnerships?

Answer 1

Beginning in October 2013, the state of Oregon recognizes same-sex marriages legally performed in other states and countries and treats them equally as any other marriage. This is based upon a ruling by the Oregon State Department of Justice with which all state agencies are required to comply.

Answer 2

Yes.

Section 10 - Civil Unions performed in other jurisdictions.

All unions entered into in other jurisdictions between two individuals not recognized under section 572-3 shall be recognized as civil unions; provided that the relationship meets the eligibility requirements of this chapter, has been entered into in accordance with the laws of that jurisdiction, and can be documented.

Answer 3

No. The state of Rhode Island recognizes out-of-state same-sex marriages as marriages, not as civil unions.

Answer 4

Effective November 6, 2012, Washington state recognizes out-of-state same-sex marriages and civil unions as legal marriages.

Answer 5

Yes, effective December 2, 2013, the State of Hawaii recognizes all out-of-state same-sex marriages, with the same rights and responsibilities as any other marriage.

Answer 6

Yes. Pursuant to Schedule 20 of the UK Civil Partnership Act 2004, a same-sex civil union formed in Hawaii is legally recognized as a civil partnership in the United Kingdom.