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Glossary of Family Law Terms
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Service of Process: Providing a formal notice to
the defendant that orders him or her to appear in court to
answer plaintiff’s allegations.
Sole Custody: One parent has the complete physical
and legal custody of the children.
Spouse: Husband or wife.
Subpoena: A form issued by the court requiring
someone to appear in court and/or bring documents. (Also
referred to as a "Summons.")
Supervised Visitation: Visitation by a parent with
his child while another adult (other than the custodial
parent) is present. |
