An example of what the registry could look like.

From: Journal-World (Lawrence, Kansas) | Date: December 23, 2006 | Copyright information

Byline: Chad Lawhorn

Dec. 23--Details for how a domestic partnership registry would function in Lawrence haven't been determined, but here is how it has worked elsewhere. --Both members of the partnership normally are required to go to a city office -- such as the city clerk's office -- to sign documents in front of a notary attesting that they are in domestic partnership. --Basic requirements for a relationship to be deemed a domestic partnership usually include that both parties be age 18 or older, live together, have an exclusive and mutual relationship, share the ...

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