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Sorgerechtsentzug

withdrawal of custody

noun ZOR-ge-rexts-ent-tsook Rare

Also means

removal of parental rights

Usage Note

Sorgerechtsentzug is the legal removal of parental custody rights by a court, typically when a child's welfare is endangered. It is a serious legal measure involving the Familiengericht (family court) and Jugendamt (youth welfare office).

Examples

"Der Sorgerechtsentzug war das letzte Mittel zum Schutz des Kindes."

Natural Translation

The withdrawal of custody was the last resort to protect the child.

Literal Translation

The custody-withdrawal was the last means for the protection of the child.

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