Phrases with «child abandonment»

Child abandonment refers to the act of leaving a child alone without taking responsibility for their care and well-being. It means that someone, usually a parent or guardian, has deliberately left a child behind and does not provide for their needs or offer them a safe environment to grow up in. Full definition

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Sentences with «child abandonment»

Every state sets its own definition of child abandonment. (info.legalzoom.com)
The types of offenses charged for child abandonment generally depend on each state's laws and the extent of harm suffered by the child. (info.legalzoom.com)
In contrast, a parent or state agency may try to establish child abandonment as a way to limit or terminate the other parent's custody rights. (info.legalzoom.com)
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Phrases with «child abandonment»

Sentences with «child abandonment»

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