The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly requires otherwise. (1) "State registered domestic partners" means two adults who meet the requirements for a valid state registered domestic partnership as established by RCW 26.60.030 and who have been issued a certificate of state registered domestic partnership by the secretary. (2) "Secretary" means the secretary of state's office. (3) "Share a common residence" means inhabit the same residence. Two persons shall be considered to share a common residence even if: (a) Only one of the domestic partners has legal ownership of the common residence; (b) One or both domestic partners have additional residences not shared with the other domestic partner; or (c) One domestic partner leaves the common residence with the intent to return.
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