Question :
How does De Leon v. Perry treat the concept of uniform marriage recognition across jurisdictions?
Answer:
The court supports the concept that once a marriage is valid in the place where it was entered into, it should be recognized in all other jurisdictions.
Explanation:
This principle prevents states from arbitrarily refusing to recognize valid marriages from other states or countries. It’s particularly important in cases involving same-sex marriage, which was the issue in De Leon. Refusing recognition undermines legal certainty and can lead to constitutional violations under the Equal Protection Clause.
Cite: De Leon v. Perry, 975 F. Supp. 2d 632 (W.D. Tex. 2014), aff’d, 791 F.3d 619 (5th Cir. 2015).