The word or phrase domicile refers to housing that someone is living in, or (law) the residence where you have your permanent home or principal establishment. This document is a summary of a research paper on the doctrine of domicile submitted to Dr. Sadiya.A domicile is a place you claim as your permanent home, and it affects the laws, benefits and taxes that apply to you. Domicile refers to the place you call home permanently. Your domicile is important for legal purposes such as paying taxes, voting, and claiming benefits. The people of Thulasendrapuram, a village in southern India that calls Kamala Harris its own, knew little about her until she became the US vice president. Search the table below to find enforcement cases. State, Inspection Number, Employer, City, Issuance Date, Intial Penality.