This matter involves the novel question of whether or not a bilateral Haitian decree of divorce is entitled to recognition in New York State based on comity.
The general principle of law is that a divorce decree obtained in a foreign jurisdiction by residents of this State, in accordance with the laws thereof, is entitled to recognition under the principle of comity unless the decree offends the public policy of the State...
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