The registry is open to both same-sex and opposite sex couples. Applicants must be residents of Tumwater.
The registry is open to both same-sex and opposite-sex couples. The couple must be residents of Lacey.
The registry is open to both same-sex and opposite sex couples. There is no residency requirement. Notarized applications can be sent by mail with payment.
The registry is open to both same-sex and opposite sex couples. There is no residency requirement. Notarized applications can be sent by mail with payment.
Not likely, since a Washington DC 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.
Yes. Washington state recognizes out-of-state domestic partnerships ("DPs") if they are substantially equivalent to a Washington state DPs, which have all the same rights and benefits as legal marriage in Washington. Nevada state DPs are substantially equivalent to Washington state DPs (i.e., legal marriage) and are therefore recognized as DPs in Washington state.RCW 26.60.090. Reciprocity. A legal union of two persons of the same sex that was validly formed in another jurisdiction, and that is substantially equivalent to a domestic partnership under this chapter, shall be recognized as a valid domestic partnership in this state and shall be treated the same as a domestic partnership registered in this state regardless of whether it bears the name domestic partnership.
Yes. Washington state recognizes out-of-state domestic partnerships ("DPs") if they are substantially equivalent to a Washington state DPs, which have all the same rights and benefits as legal marriage in Washington. Oregon state DPs are substantially equivalent to Washington state DPs (i.e., legal marriage) and are therefore recognized as DPs in Washington state.RCW 26.60.090. Reciprocity. A legal union of two persons of the same sex that was validly formed in another jurisdiction, and that is substantially equivalent to a domestic partnership under this chapter, shall be recognized as a valid domestic partnership in this state and shall be treated the same as a domestic partnership registered in this state regardless of whether it bears the name domestic partnership.
Yes, in Washington D.C., domestic partnerships are available to both same-sex and heterosexual couples. The Domestic Partnership Act allows couples to register their relationship as a domestic partnership, which provides certain legal rights and benefits. However, it's important to note that the legal landscape can change, so couples should verify the current laws and regulations regarding domestic partnerships.
The registry is limited to same-sex couples who are residents of Milwaukee.
No. Although Washington state recognizes out-of-state domestic partnerships ("DPs") that are substantially equivalent to a Washington state DPs (i.e., legal marriage), Maryland DPs provide only limited rights and are NOT substantially equivalent. Therefore, Maryland DPs are not recognized as DPs in Washington state.RCW 26.60.090. Reciprocity. A legal union of two persons of the same sex that was validly formed in another jurisdiction, and that is substantially equivalent to a domestic partnership under this chapter, shall be recognized as a valid domestic partnership in this state and shall be treated the same as a domestic partnership registered in this state regardless of whether it bears the name domestic partnership.
Yes. Washington state recognizes out-of-state civil unions as domestic partnerships which have all the same rights and benefits as legal marriage in Washington.RCW 26.60.090. Reciprocity. A legal union of two persons of the same sex that was validly formed in another jurisdiction, and that is substantially equivalent to a domestic partnership under this chapter, shall be recognized as a valid domestic partnership in this state and shall be treated the same as a domestic partnership registered in this state regardless of whether it bears the name domestic partnership.
Yes. Washington state recognizes out-of-state civil unions as domestic partnerships which have all the same rights and benefits as legal marriage in Washington.RCW 26.60.090. Reciprocity. A legal union of two persons of the same sex that was validly formed in another jurisdiction, and that is substantially equivalent to a domestic partnership under this chapter, shall be recognized as a valid domestic partnership in this state and shall be treated the same as a domestic partnership registered in this state regardless of whether it bears the name domestic partnership.
That depends on the reason why domestic partnership was denied. Many requirements for domestic partnership do not apply to legal marriage; for example, you must live together to register as domestic partners, but you are not required to live with your legal spouse. Some domestic partnership registries require that you be a government employee whereas there is no such requirement for marriage. If the reason domestic partnership was not possible is related to geography, employment or residency, then these barriers will not prevent you from marrying. You may, however, need to travel to another state to marry and your home state may not recognize that marriage.