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 North Hempstead
 Code of Ordinances
 Chapter 14A. Domestic Partnerships, Registration of

  § 14A-2. Definitions.  

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  • As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
    AFFIDAVIT OF DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIP
    An affidavit substantially in the form set forth in this chapter.
    DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIP
    A relationship between two persons:
    A. 
    Who are not related by blood in a manner that would bar marriage in the State of New York.
    B. 
    Who are not married.
    C. 
    Who are 18 years of age or older.
    D. 
    Who are competent to enter into a contract.
    E. 
    Who declare they are each other's sole domestic partner.
    F. 
    Who currently share a primary residence and intend to do so for the indefinite future.
    G. 
    Who are in a relationship of mutual support, caring and commitment, and are responsible for each other's welfare. "Mutual support" shall mean that they are in a financially interdependent relationship and contribute mutually to each other's maintenance and support.
    MARRIAGE
    A marriage as defined in section 10 of the New York State Domestic Relations Law.