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Family courts—also known as domestic relations courts—are usually trial courts with the authority to hear only matters relating to family or domestic matters—such as divorce, child custody, and child support—and modification of related orders—as well as dating and domestic violence matters. Courts dedicated to family or domestic relations matters are usually located in populous counties and are said to have exclusive jurisdiction of domestic relations matters within the county.

In Alabama, family courts, often referred to as domestic relations courts, are specialized trial courts that focus exclusively on issues pertaining to family or domestic matters. These courts handle a variety of cases including divorce, child custody, child support, and modifications of existing orders related to these issues. Additionally, they address cases involving dating and domestic violence. Family courts in Alabama typically operate within the circuit court system and are found in more populous counties. They are vested with exclusive jurisdiction over domestic relations matters within their respective counties, meaning they are the only courts within that county that can decide on these specific types of cases. The establishment and jurisdiction of family courts in Alabama are governed by state statutes and rules set forth by the Alabama Legislature and the Alabama Supreme Court.

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