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NeCede's

Maxim 4.2.9

Parent is a name general to every kind of blood-relationship.

Parens est nomen generale ad omne genus cognationis.

Source: Co. Litt. 80; Jackson Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable

Explanation

The term "parent" in law is not limited to the immediate father and mother but extends broadly to all ancestors and blood-kindred — it is a word of general application.

Where this applies

  • The legal term 'parent' is interpreted broadly to include grandparents.
  • A custody dispute involves defining who qualifies as a parent.

Legal domains

family

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 4.2.9 — Parent is a name general to every kind of blood-relationship. — Co. Litt. 80; Jackson (Parens est nomen generale ad omne genus cognationis.)

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