Dutch Partnership Marriage Implications

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A Dutch registered partnership may be recognized as a legal marriage in Florida. Entering another marriage while this partnership is still in effect could be considered bigamy. Consult a lawyer for personalized advice.

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I entered into a civil/registered domestic partnership with another man while visiting the Netherlands last year. Can I legally marry a woman in the USA without terminating that Dutch partnership?
As per Florida law, a Dutch registered partnership may be recognized as a legal marriage. Therefore, entering into another marriage while this partnership is still in effect could potentially be considered bigamy. Please consult a lawyer for personalized advice.