Section 9351.4.
Cal. Government Code - GOV § 9351.4.
in effectAll references to “spouse,” “surviving spouse,” or “marriage” in this chapter apply equally to a domestic partner or domestic partnership, as defined in Section 297 of the Family Code, and all rights and responsibilities granted to a spouse or surviving spouse shall be granted equally to a domestic partner to the extent provided by Section 297.5 of the Family Code.
References
referencesCal. Family Code - FAM § 297.
referencesCal. Family Code - FAM § 297.5.
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