SINCE 1828
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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