court of domestic relations
noun phraseDefinition of court of domestic relations
: a court that has jurisdiction and often special advisory powers over family disputes involving the rights and duties of husband, wife, parent, or child especially in matters affecting the support, custody, and welfare of children
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“Court of domestic relations.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/court%20of%20domestic%20relations. Accessed 19 Jan. 2022.
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The first known use of court of domestic relations was in 1926
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