Full question:
If a person lives in Texas, has a job there, gets mail there, and sees doctors there, are they a resident there even though they did not change their drivers license and are also using a P.O. box in another state where they grew up?
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- State: Nevada
Answer:
A person can have multiple residences but only one legal domicile, which is their primary residence for legal matters. The definition of a resident varies depending on the context and the governing body. For instance, residency for tax purposes may differ from residency for driving privileges.
In Arizona, for example, a resident is defined as someone with actual physical presence in the state and an intent to remain there (Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 16-101). A temporary absence does not affect residency if the person intends to return. Therefore, a person living and working in Texas while maintaining a P.O. box in another state may still be considered a Texas resident if they have established their primary residence there.
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