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Family And Children [2024] ZAWCHC 154

R.S v J.S (A25/2024)

R.S v J.S (A25/2024) [2024] ZAWCHC 154; 2024 (6) SA 609 (WCC) (3 June 2024)

Court
Western Cape High Court, Cape Town
Case number
A25/2024
Judges
Lekhuleni, Bishop

The High Court held that a man who had de facto adopted a foster child remained legally liable to maintain her despite incomplete adoption proceedings.

  • Maintenance Of Foster Child
  • De Facto Adoption
  • Best Interests Of Child
  • Duty Of Support
  • Children S Act
  • Constitutional Rights Of Children
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