Chapter 7 · Human rights
Föräldrar är oense om var deras barn ska bo efter separationen. Hur ska barnets åsikt hanteras i Sverige?
Parents disagree on where their child should live after separating. How should the child’s views be treated in Sweden?
Correct answer: The child must be heard with regard to age and maturity
The child must receive information and have an opportunity to express their views. Their views carry weight according to age and maturity, while their best interests determine residence decisions.
Key words
mognad · maturity
Source: Föräldrabalken (1949:381) · 6 kap. 2 a–2 b §§
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Why this option does not fit
Barnet måste välja en förälder inför båda föräldrarna
The right to be heard does not impose a duty to choose sides in front of the parents.
Barnets åsikt saknar betydelse innan det fyller arton
The right to express views applies during childhood, not only on reaching adulthood.
Barnet ska ensamt ansvara för det slutliga beslutet
Considering the child’s wishes does not make the child bear all responsibility for the decision.