### Question
How does the law define accredited agency?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 14902*, **accredited agency** is defined as:

> an agency accredited under subchapter II of this chapter to provide adoption services in the United States in cases subject to the Convention

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 14902*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 143-INTERCOUNTRY ADOPTIONS**

