The Hague Convention of January 13, 2000 on the International Protection of Adults applies to any court-ordered protective measures that relate to a vulnerable adult and involve an international element.
It sets forth rules on international jurisdiction for issuing or amending a court-ordered protective measure, as well as jurisdictional rules for urgent cases. It determines the rules of law that apply to international protective orders.
The Convention also creates a mechanism for international cooperation between countries in order to facilitate communication among competent authorities and to locate an adult whose situation or condition makes it necessary to take protective measures. This cooperative mission is carried out, in France, by the Justice Ministry’s Office of the Union, Private International Law, and Civil Mutual Assistance.
