🇨🇦 Canada
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Covers child protection, adoption, and termination or severance of parental rights (which is generally part of child protection or adoption proceedings).
Tip: In Canada, provinces control family law. Recommend provincial government sites:
🇬🇧 United Kingdom (England & Wales)
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Note: The UK doesn’t typically use the exact term “termination of parental rights.” Instead, the court may issue a Care Order, Placement Order, or Adoption Order that severs parental responsibility.
🇦🇺 Australia
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Tip: In Australia, “termination” is generally handled through child protection legislation under state/territory governments.
🇳🇿 New Zealand
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🇪🇺 European Union (General)
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Note: Each EU country has its own rules for child protection and adoption. The e-Justice portal links to each country’s national child welfare system.
🌍 Global Child Protection
For developing countries or cross-border cases:
This article is for general informational purposes and is not legal advice. Always consult a licensed attorney in your state for help with your specific situation.