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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 New Jersey, family courts are part of the Family Division of the Superior Court. These courts have the authority to hear cases related to family or domestic matters, which include divorce, child custody, child support, and the modification of related orders. They also handle cases involving domestic violence and, in some instances, issues related to dating violence. The Family Division operates in each of New Jersey's 21 counties, ensuring that matters of family law are addressed within the county where the parties reside. The jurisdiction of these courts is exclusive in the sense that they are the primary courts responsible for handling these types of cases within their respective counties. The family courts in New Jersey are designed to provide a specialized forum for the resolution of family and domestic relations issues, with the goal of handling such matters with the necessary expertise and sensitivity.

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