Q: My home address is on my id card. Is that considered my legal residency
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Your home address on your ID card is not necessarily your legal residence, though it often is. Legal residency typically refers to your primary place of living and can have implications for various legal and administrative matters. Here are some key points:
1. ID card address: This is usually meant to reflect your current residence, but it may not always be up-to-date.
2. Legal residence: This is generally where you live permanently or for the majority of the time. It's used for various legal purposes.
3. Differences: Your legal residence might differ from the address on your ID if you've moved recently or have multiple residences.
4. Importance: Legal residency can affect things like voting rights, taxes, and government services.
5. Updating: It's generally advisable to keep your ID address current, but specific rules vary by location.
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