Md. Code, Family Law § 5-204
Md. Code, Family Law § 5-204
in effect(a) (1) If a minor child has only 1 parent, the domicile of the child is the same as that of the parent.
(2) If the parents of a minor child live together, and the child lives with them, the domicile of the child is the same as that of the parents.
(b) If the parents of a minor child live apart, the domicile of the child is the same as that of:
(1) the parent to whom custody is awarded; or
(2) if custody has not been awarded, the parent with whom the child lives.
(c) If a minor child does not live with either parent, the domicile of the child is the same as that of the person who acts in the capacity of a parent.
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