CAN A PARENT OBJECT TO RELOCATION AFTER ABDUCTION?
Yes, of course the other parent may object, by filing written defence pleadings, but the general principles which apply in children’s cases will operate, and the court may decide in the end that the parent who abducted the child should now be given custody and lawfully allowed to relocate the child abroad.
ISRAELI CASE STUDY
In November 2004 (Family File 44262/04) an English mother represented by this legal practice was granted permission by Tel Aviv Family Court to relocate with her three year old child, who had been returned to Israel from the UK under Hague Convention proceedings. Where a minor is under 6, even if the mother has been returned to Israel with the child under Hague Convention proceedings previously, he/she will still have an advantage regarding custody and relocation in Israel, providing she has been the primary carer and is the preferred custodian.
ISRAELI CASE STUDY
In November 2004 (Family File 44262/04) an English mother represented by this legal practice was granted permission by Tel Aviv Family Court to relocate with her three year old child, who had been returned to Israel from the UK under Hague Convention proceedings. Where a minor is under 6, even if the mother has been returned to Israel with the child under Hague Convention proceedings previously, he/she will still have an advantage regarding custody and relocation in Israel, providing she has been the primary carer and is the preferred custodian.
Relocation After Abduction