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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
As used in this chapter:
(1) “Certificate of civil union” means a document that certifies that the persons named on the certificate have established a civil union in this state in compliance with this chapter and 18 V.S.A. chapter 106.
(2) “Civil union” means that two eligible persons have established a relationship pursuant to this chapter, and may receive the benefits and protections and be subject to the responsibilities of spouses.
(3) “Commissioner” means the Commissioner of Health.
(4) Repealed by 2009, No. 3, § 12, eff. Sept. 1, 2009.
(5) “Party to a civil union” means a person who has established a civil union pursuant to this chapter and 18 V.S.A. chapter 106.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Vermont Statutes Title 15. Domestic Relations, § 1201. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/vt/title-15-domestic-relations/vt-st-tit-15-sect-1201/
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