Daniel Hernandez, Appellants v. Victor L. Robles, as City Clerk of the City of New York, Respondent; Sylvia…

Summary

The New York Court of Appeals affirmed the Appellate Division, holding that the New York Constitution does not require recognition of same‑sex marriage and that the limitation of marriage to opposite‑sex couples passes rational‑basis review. The Court emphasized that the issue is for the Legislature to decide. Chief Judge Kaye dissented, arguing that the denial violates due process and equal protection, while Judge Graffeo concurred, reiterating the deferential standard.