parents' rights
"Parents' rights" refer to the legal and moral entitlements that allow parents to make crucial decisions regarding their children's lives and well-being.
Definition
B2Family Law
(legal)The legal entitlements and responsibilities that parents have concerning the care, custody, and control of their children.
Example
- Parents' rights include deciding where their children will go to school.
B2Education
(legal, political)The authority granted to parents to make decisions about their children's education, including the type of schooling and curriculum.
Example
- Parents' rights allow them to choose between public, private, or home schooling for their children.
B2Custody
(legal)The rights related to physical and legal custody, including living arrangements and major life decisions for the child.
Example
- Parents' rights can include physical custody, meaning the child lives with the parent.
C1Government and Society
(legal, political)The protections afforded to parents to safeguard their involvement in their children's lives against undue government interference.
Example
- Laws protecting parents' rights ensure they are informed about their children's education and healthcare decisions.
B2Healthcare
(legal)The right of parents to make healthcare decisions for their children, including medical treatments and health plans.
Example
- Parents' rights enable them to consent to or refuse medical treatments for their children.
Similar
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