Establishing Family Courts' Jurisdiction

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Republic Act No. 8369: Establishing Family Courts' Jurisdiction

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Establishing Family Courts' Jurisdiction

Law: Republic Act No. 8369

Decision Date: Oct 28, 1997

The Family Courts Act of 1997 establishes Family Courts in the Philippines to protect the rights and welfare of children, with jurisdiction over various cases including criminal cases involving offenders below 18 years old, petitions for guardianship and custody of children, complaints for annulment of marriage, and cases related to marital status and property relations of spouses.

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