Pending reform of Dominican family law

The Dominican Republic continues to address pending reforms within its family law framework, specifically regarding the legislation governing the protection of minors. Central to this discussion is Law 136-03, known as the Code for the System of Protection of the Fundamental Rights of Children and Adolescents.

Enacted on October 17, 2004, Law 136-03 represented a significant milestone in strengthening the national child protection system. Current discourse focuses on the ongoing necessity of evaluating and reforming family law to ensure it remains effective in protecting the rights of children and adolescents in the country.