Family Court
/ˈfæmɪli kɔːrt/
Definitions
- (n.) A specialized court with jurisdiction over matters such as divorce, child custody, adoption, and domestic relations.
The Family Court issued a custody order favoring the mother.
Forms
- family court
- family courts
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Commentary
Family courts predominantly handle cases involving familial and domestic issues, often with a more informal procedure than other courts.
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