AG: Other states' same-sex marriages valid in N.M.

Dan82 · Jan 6, 2011

http://www.santafenewmexican.com/Local News/AG--Other-states--same-sex-marriages-valid-in-N-M-

The marriage of gay couples from other states and countries where it is allowed can be legally recognized in New Mexico, the Attorney General's Office said in a legal opinion issued Tuesday.

"A comprehensive legal analysis by my office concludes that valid same-sex marriages in other states would likely be valid in New Mexico," Attorney General Gary King said.

The opinion was welcomed by at least one lesbian couple who were married five years ago in Canada. Jennifer Burns, an Albuquerque chiropractor, said in an interview that the opinion is a "public recognition of our private commitment...

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AG: Other states' same-sex marriages valid in N.M.

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