Women's Charter (Chapter 353): Primary legislation governing marriage, divorce, and custody matters in Singapore. Contains key provisions about custody, care and control of children, and outlines the court's powers regarding children's welfare.
Guardianship of Infants Act (Chapter 122): Legislative framework covering legal guardianship matters, emphasizing the welfare of the child as paramount consideration and defining powers and responsibilities of guardians.
Children and Young Persons Act (Chapter 38): Legislation providing for care and protection of children, defining legal obligations towards children's welfare, and addressing child abuse and neglect.
Administration of Muslim Law Act: Specific provisions for Muslim parents, governing Syariah Court jurisdiction over Muslim family matters in Singapore.
Best Interests Principle: Fundamental legal principle requiring all decisions in co-parenting arrangements to prioritize the best interests of the child.
Parental Responsibility Framework: Legal framework defining the rights, duties, powers and responsibilities of parents in relation to their children.
Access and Custody Rights: Legal provisions governing parents' rights to access, custody, care and control of their children.
Financial Support Obligations: Legal requirements regarding financial support and maintenance of children in co-parenting situations.
Decision-Making Authority: Legal framework governing how parents make important decisions regarding their children's welfare, education, healthcare, and upbringing.
Dispute Resolution Mechanisms: Legal processes and procedures for resolving disputes between co-parents, including mediation and court proceedings.
