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K v Secretary for Justice & Ors

[2025] HKCFI 1974
JurisdictionHong Kong
CourtHK Court of First Instance
Year2025
StatusBinding authority

Summary

HK Court of First Instance addressed requirements for parentage recognition under the Parent and Child Ordinance in the context of same-sex relationships.

Key Principle

Addresses requirements for parentage recognition under the Parent and Child Ordinance in same-sex relationships.

Area of Law

constitutional

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