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Civil Unions (Pacte Civil de Solidarité) In France

A Summary of Civil Union Laws In France (or the Pacte Civil de Solidarité)

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  • 11/9/99: Pacte Civil de Solidarité” (PACS) or “Civil Solidarity Pacts” was enacted for both same-sex and heterosexual couples. PACS are registered contracts between couples. PACS individuals are still considered single for some governmental purposes, but are afforded some rights and benefits of marriage.

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