1 : actual especially : being such in effect though not formally recognized — see also de facto segregation at segregation. 2 : exercising power as if legally constituted or authorized a de facto government a de facto judge — compare de jure.

What is de facto relationship means?

You'll find the official definition of a de facto relationship in the Family Law Act 1975, which basically says that it's a relationship between two people who live together on a “genuine domestic basis”. For obvious reasons, a de facto relationship doesn't include people who are related or married.

What does de facto mean in legal terms?

Definition. An action taken without strict legal authority to do so, but recognized as legally valid nonetheless. See De Facto Corporation.