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Non-Convention Adoptions: Adoption from Countries Outside the Hague Convention

Non-Convention adoptions require national verification and no automatic recognition. Procedure includes court application, document verification, and stricter screening against abuse, with higher administrative burdens.

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Guardianship and Temporary Placement in International Child Matters

Guardianship provides temporary authority in crises, unlike adoption. Regulated via Youth Act and treaties; suitable for asylum children while preserving biological rights.

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Consequences of Registration in the Personal Injury Fraud Register

Registration in the fraud register leads to claim rejection, termination of benefits, and criminal prosecution. Registration lasts five years and can be contested via objection to the CFEL. Privacy and stigmatisation are important considerations. (42 words)

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Post-Adoption Obligations and Integration of Adopted Children

Post-adoption includes reporting obligations, preservation of identity, and integration support. Parents must monitor well-being; children have the right to origin information and support for cultural adaptation.

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Partner Maintenance for Students: After the Parents' Duty of Support

Partner maintenance follows child maintenance: rules for student couples according to article 1:157 CC, with calculation and conditions.

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Authority Change without Adoption: Alternative for Stepparents

Authority change offers stepparents joint authority without adoption. Faster, simpler and preserves biological ties – perfect alternative.

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Legal Consequences and Revocation of Stepparent Adoption

Stepparent adoption severs old ties and grants full rights. Revocation is rare and strictly regulated, with lasting inheritance law consequences.

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Collection and Enforcement of Maintenance Contributions 18-21 Years via Extreme Measures

How do you enforce maintenance contributions for 18-21 years? LBIO, garnishment, and penalty payments ensure enforcement in case of non-payment.

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Role of Central Authorities in International Adoption Procedures

Central Authorities such as CA-IKA assess consents, check matchings and certify documents. They coordinate internationally and sanction violations for child protection.

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Calculation of Maintenance Contribution for 18-21 Year Olds: Capacity to Pay and Need

Discover how the maintenance contribution for 18-21 year olds is calculated via capacity to pay and need. Treme norms and practical examples clarify the reasonable contribution according to article 1:395a CC.

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Exceptions to the Transition Payment: When Are You Not Entitled?

Discover the most important exceptions to the transition payment, such as in cases of culpable conduct, bankruptcy or expiring fixed-term contracts. Learn when you are or are not entitled.

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Objection and Procedure in Case of Refusal of Transitional Compensation

What to do in case of refusal? From reminder to lawsuit: the complete procedure for claiming your transitional compensation.

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