Women's Charter (Chapter 353): Primary legislation in Singapore governing marriage, divorce, and custody matters. Contains provisions for custody orders and welfare of children.
Guardianship of Infants Act (Chapter 122): Legislation focusing on the rights and responsibilities of guardians, emphasizing the welfare of the infant as paramount consideration.
Children and Young Persons Act (Chapter 38): Legal framework for the care, protection, and rehabilitation of children and young persons in Singapore.
Family Justice Rules 2014: Procedural rules governing family proceedings in Singapore's Family Justice Courts.
Family Justice Courts Practice Directions: Detailed guidelines and procedures for family law proceedings in Singapore courts.
UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC): International convention ratified by Singapore establishing global standards for children's rights and protection.
Hague Convention on Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction: International treaty protecting children from cross-border abduction, relevant for international custody arrangements.
Best Interests Principle: Legal doctrine requiring all custody decisions to prioritize the child's physical, emotional, and psychological well-being.
Sole Custody Powers: Legal framework defining the extent of decision-making authority regarding education, healthcare, and religion granted to the custodial parent.
Care and Control Provisions: Legal requirements regarding daily care responsibilities, living arrangements, and practical aspects of child-raising.
Access Rights Framework: Legal guidelines governing visitation schedules, holiday arrangements, communication methods, and overseas travel provisions.
Child Maintenance Requirements: Legal obligations regarding financial responsibilities, education expenses, healthcare costs, and insurance coverage for the child.
