Wisconsin § 767.001 - Definitions.
Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 767.001 — Definitions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 767.001. Definitions.
In this chapter: 767.001(1) (1) “Action affecting the family” means any of the following actions: 767.001(1)(a) (a) To affirm marriage. 767.001(1)(b) (b) Annulment. 767.001(1)(c) (c) Divorce. 767.001(1)(d) (d) Legal separation (formerly divorce from bed and board). 767.001(1)(e) (e) Custody. 767.001(1)(f) (f) For child support. 767.001(1)(g) (g) For maintenance payments. 767.001(1)(h) (h) For property division. 767.001(1)(i) (i) To enforce or modify a judgment or order in an action affecting the family granted in this state or elsewhere or an order granted under s. 48.355 (4g) (a) or 938.355 (4g) (a) . 767.001(1)(j) (j) For periodic family support payments. 767.001(1)(k) (k) Concerning periods of physical placement or visitation rights to children, including an action to relocate and reside with a child under s.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 767.001
What does Wisconsin Statutes § 767.001 cover?
Section 767.001 ("Definitions.") is part of the Wisconsin Statutes, the codified statutory law of Wisconsin. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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Is this the official text of Wisconsin law?
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