Sarasota News Leader
November 8, 2013
Hines pointed out that the ordinance DeMarsh
had drafted made it clear that even if people
registered as domestic partners in Sarasota
County, they should make certain they obtain
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power of attorney and legal healthcare surrogate documents with the assistance of a
lawyer. The registry, Hines continued, "is an
added layer. … I disagree with your view. …
A section of the Sarasota County Domestic Partnership ordinance specifies rights accorded to
registrants. Image courtesy Sarasota County
