Parental Child Abduction: What to Do if Your Child is Not Returned

International child abduction remains one of the most challenging areas of family law, involving a delicate balance between international treaties and the welfare of children. In this episode, Bruce Provan, Managing Director of Page Provan, provides an authoritative overview of the Hague Convention and its application in Australia.
Bruce explains the two primary types of abduction: the removal of a child from a country without the other parent's knowledge, and the "wrongful retention" of a child after an agreed period of overseas travel. Listeners will gain insight into the legal criteria for a return order, the importance of establishing "habitual residence," and the specific defenses that can be raised in court to prevent a child's return. This episode is essential listening for any parent dealing with international custody issues or those seeking to understand the safeguards provided by Australian and international law.
In This Episode:

• The fundamental purpose of the 1988 Hague Convention.
• How the central authority coordinates between Australian and international government departments.
• The legal definition of habitual residence and rights of custody.
• Specific exceptions to the convention, including the 12-month rule and the age limit of 16.
• Real-world case studies, including the high-profile Italian girls' case.
• The role of the US State Department in monitoring convention compliance.
• Why having a formal court order can simplify international recovery.

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