Missing Persons Law
/ˈmɪsɪŋ ˈpɜrsənz lɔ/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of legal rules and procedures governing cases involving individuals whose whereabouts are unknown, including their legal status, rights, and the actions to declare them legally missing or deceased.
The Missing Persons Law outlines the process for declaring a missing person legally dead after a certain period.
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- missing persons law
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Commentary
Missing Persons Law intersects with probate and family law due to its focus on legal status and rights; clarity in statutory time frames is key in drafting such legislation.
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