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§ 1701. Definitions

§ 1701. Definitions As used in this chapter: (1) “Application” means a request under the Convention by an obligee or obligor, or on behalf of a child, made through a central authority for assistance from another central authority. (2) “Central authority” means the entity designated by the United States or a foreign country to perform […]

§ 1702. Applicability

§ 1702. Applicability This chapter must apply only to a support proceeding under the Convention. In such a proceeding, if a provision of this chapter is inconsistent with chapters 11 through 16 of this title, this chapter must control. (Added 2015, No. 16, § 2, eff. June 1, 2015.)