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\n \n Delaware Family Laws\n <\/h1>\n \n Welcome to FindLaw’s section on Delaware family laws, which covers everything from marriage to divorce, and adoption to child custody. \n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Family law is a relatively broad practice area that also veers into criminal law with respect to certain family-specific acts as domestic violence and stalking. In this section, you’ll find specific information about Delaware’s rules for awarding child custody and how courts reach their decisions; how the state’s laws are applied to the division of property during a divorce; the marriage age and marriage license requirements; and much more. To learn more about Delaware’s family laws, click on one of the links below.<\/p>\r\n\n

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