Domicile

Question 1

Domicile by Choice

Answer 1

Rule: an individual with domicile capacity acquires a domicile when two conditions are met:
1. physical presence in the new domicile; and
2. intent to remain permanently in the new domicile

Question 2

domicile by operation of law

Answer 2

rule: an individual who lacks domicile capacity is assigned one by law

Question 3

Newborn Domicile

Answer 3

Rule: newborns are assigned the domicile of their parents

Question 4

Children of Divorce Domicile

Answer 4

Rule: in cases of divorce, children are assigned the domicile of their custodial parent

Question 5

Mentally Incompetent’s Domicile

Answer 5

Rule: an individual who is mentally incompetent is assigned the domicile of their parents

Question 6

After-Acquired Mental Incompetence and Domicile

Answer 6

rule: if an individual becomes incompetent after acquiring a domicile by choice, they retain the chosen domicile