Parentage
/ˈpɛrəntɪdʒ/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal status or identity of a person's biological or legal parents, often relevant in inheritance, custody, and family law.
The court established the child's parentage through genetic testing.
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Commentary
Parentage is a fundamental concept in family law and affects rights and duties; legal texts should clearly distinguish biological from legal parentage where relevant.
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