Family Law
My husband is abroad and refuses the get — what can I do?
This is a complex cross-border situation. Israeli Rabbinical Courts can issue a ruling obligating the get and seek to apply sanctions, but enforcement abroad is difficult. Some countries' rabbinical courts may cooperate; in others, civil court orders relating to financial consequences can create indirect pressure. Legal advice is essential.
From the full guide: The Get: Religious Divorce in Israel — What You Need to Know
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