Legal Definitions - filiation

Filiation refers to the relationship between a child and their parent. It can also refer to the legal determination of paternity.

When a child is born, their filiation is established by their birth certificate, which lists the names of their parents. In cases where paternity is disputed, a filiation order may be issued by a court to determine the biological father.

A filibuster is a tactic used in a legislative body to delay or obstruct the passage of a measure. It involves prolonged and often irrelevant speechmaking.

In the United States Senate, a senator can use a filibuster to prevent a bill from being passed. They can continue speaking for as long as they want, which can delay the vote on the bill. The only way to end a filibuster is by a cloture vote, which requires two-thirds of all members to agree to end the debate.