domestic relations law
nounUK /dəˈmɛstɪk rɪˈleɪʃənz lɔː/
US /dəˈmɛstɪk rɪˈleɪʃənz lɔː/
The set of rules about families, like marriage, divorce, and taking care of children.
She studied domestic relations law so she could help families with divorce and custody cases.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The legal rules about how family members must treat and support each other.
Domestic relations law requires parents to provide for their children's basic needs.
3. The area of law that handles cases between people who are related or married.
The court's domestic relations law division hears cases about child support and visitation.
4. Laws that govern marriage, divorce, and family matters within a state.
Each state has its own domestic relations law that covers divorce and custody.