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Kindschaftsrecht
German → American English
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Child custody law
Recht der rechtlichen Beziehungen zwischen Eltern und Kindern, besonders im Familienrecht.
Im Kindschaftsrecht geht es unter anderem um Sorgerecht, Umgangsrecht und Abstammung.This is a legal term used in formal contexts. In everyday conversation, people more often say Sorgerecht when they mean custody arrangements.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Kindschaftsrecht mean in English?
It means child custody law, or more broadly the part of family law dealing with parent-child legal relationships.
Is Kindschaftsrecht the same as Sorgerecht?
Not exactly. Sorgerecht means custody or parental care, while Kindschaftsrecht is the broader legal area covering rights and duties related to children and parents.
When do Germans use the word Kindschaftsrecht?
It is used in legal and administrative contexts, for example in family court cases or legal discussions about parent-child relations.