International Child Abduction Remedies Act (ICARA)

The International Child Abduction Remedies Act (ICARA) is U.S. law that enforces the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, an international treaty. It helps ensure that children who are wrongfully taken or kept in a different country are returned to their rightful custodial parent or guardian. ICARA provides legal procedures for filing abduction claims, works with international authorities, and emphasizes the child's best interests. Essentially, it serves as a legal framework to promptly address and resolve cross-border child abduction cases, promoting international cooperation and protecting custody rights.