Professional statute overview
Enactment structure, operative effect and source provenance
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Purpose and legislative effect
“This Act may be cited as the Children’s Code Act, 2022.”
This Act may be cited as the Children’s Code Act, 2022. This section defines many terms used in the Act. A child's best interest must be treated as the main concern in matters about the child. In matters relating to children, the listed principles must be applied, including best interests, life and development, non-discrimination, and respecting children’s participation and views. A child has an inherent right to life, dignity, and respect, and the State and family must ensure the child’s survival and development.
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How the instrument operates
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Start with the recorded version
As at 11 Aug 2022. The date shown identifies this source expression and should not be treated as proof that no later change exists.
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Locate the controlling provision
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Read conditions and exceptions together
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Verify currency and official wording
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Source and current-law status
Source record view
Source record from zambialii.org · As at 11 Aug 2022
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