The portrait of the family and family life has been changing in the Czech Republic,
particularly over the last five decades, as is reflected in the country’s legal system.
Many legislative changes occurred in the Czech Republic after the fall of the Iron
Curtain, followed later by others. In this context, the Czech Republic’s accession
to several international human rights conventions and the passing of the new Civil
Code are relevant. Considering demographic challenges, this chapter focuses on the
current Czech family law, in particular, its principles and the instruments aimed
at protecting and supporting families, parents, children, and vulnerable family members.
