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France grants children the right to a lawyer in child welfare cases

A law dated July 13, 2026, ensures every child has access to a lawyer in child welfare proceedings.

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Published in the Official Journal on July 14, it applies regardless of the child's capacity for discernment.

This reform strengthens children's rights within the rule of law.

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Cette loi marque une avancée majeure pour les droits des enfants en France, alignant le pays sur les standards internationaux de protection de l'enfance.

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