### Question
How does the law define United States Central Authority?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 11602*, **United States Central Authority** is defined as:

> the agency of the Federal Government designated by the President under section 11606(a) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 11602*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 121-INTERNATIONAL CHILD ABDUCTION REMEDIES**

