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N.Y. Dom. Rel. Law § 231

N.Y. Dom. Rel. Law § 231 - Residence of married persons (2026)

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**N.Y. Dom. Rel. Law § 231. Residence of Married Persons.** § 231. Residence of married persons. If a married person dwells within the state when he or she commences an action against his or her spouse for divorce, annulment or separation, such person is deemed a resident thereof, although his or her spouse resides elsewhere.

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