Family Property
The home which spouses live in while married
True or false
The Family Law Act is a federal law
false
True or false?
sole custody is when one parent gets full custody of a child
true
Which spouse can get spousal support?
either person can ask their partner to help them support them after the relationship
define what custody is
determines which parent is more suitable to take care of the child based on his/her best interests.
would a family car be an asset or a non asset?
family asset
True Or false
the percentage of marriages occurring in canada has increased
false
true or false
Other methods before going to court are offered to couples wanting to get separated.
True, therapy and family mediation are examples of services that can help with family conflicts
do people in common law relationships live together
yes
what are some ways to prevent divorce?
couples therapy, communication, etc.
Define non family asset
Property owned by one spouse that is not used for a family purpose.
Name 2 factors that have contributed to changing family structures in BC?
Seperation rates, increase in common law couples, traditions and values of immigrants, declining fertility.
is the parents relationship is the most important in the court of law
No, the childs is
is common law relationship the same as legal marriage?
no, common law marriage is when individuals live together, but not in an official way.
What are some responsibilities of judges?
financial situations, arranging adoption, managing siblings
what is an example of a non family asset
pension funds
True or false?
The family law act focuses mainly on division of property and spousal support.
False, it emphasizes on the child's well being and best interest.
up to $10,000
do common law relationships end with a divorce?
they do not require a divorce
Can authorities enter a property without a warrant?
what is family asset?
property owned by one or both spouses and are ordinarily used for family purpose.
what year did the first divorce act in canada come into effect?
1968
Name 4 different types of abuse and explain them.
physical, sexual, emotional, and neglect
what makes a relationship common law?
Can a custody order ever be changed in court?
Yes, a order can be reviewed in court several years later. the childs safety is their main priority.