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Im living in slightly unusual circumstances at the moment and i wonder if a judge would be willing to consider it as a family? I want to know if theres a legal definition of ‘family’???
And you said I was setting difficult questions in the quiz 🙂
I don't think there is a legal definition of a family, I think the law deals as best it can with aspects of family life that it feels need legislature to protect where necessary for the individuals or society, but doesn't and can't always succeed - for instance, bigamy is illegal but it's perfectly legal for a man to live with two women (or vice versa).
Hi Buzz,
I will ask our friends at the Childrens Legal Centre to pop by an give their legal opinion of your question.
Keep checking back and see what their answer is.
Gooner
Hi buzzlightyear758,
Thanks for your query. Strictly speaking there is no legal definition of a family. The meaning of what constitutes a family is can be interpreted differently in different contexts. To help you further It would be helpful to know what your current situation is.
If you would like some more information please do not hesitate to contact our legal advice line on 0808 802 008. Alternatively you can speak to one of our advisors via our webchat service that can be accessed through our website at www.childrenslegalcentre.com
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