In Loco Parentis in United Kingdom

In loco parentis in Legal Latin

Meaning of the latin term “In loco parentis” from the University of Kent: ‘In place of a parent’ – used loosely to describe anyone looking after children on behalf of the parents, e.g.

foster parents or relatives. In law, however, only a guardian or a person in whose favour a residence order is

made stands in loco parentis; their rights and duties are determined by statutory provisions.

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See Also

• Legal Latin Maxims
• Legal Latin Quotes
• Legal Latin Dictionary