Residence
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-004268
The place where an individual lives, either permanently or for an extended period. In legal terms, it is distinct from domicile, which signifies a person's permanent legal home where they intend to return. A person may have multiple residences but only one domicile, which determines legal rights and obligations such as voting, taxation, and jurisdiction.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-004268 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
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