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Surrogacy: ill-conceived rights.

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  • 1Centre for Commercial and Property Law, Faculty of Law, Queensland University of Technology. l.willmott@qut.edu.au

Journal of Law and Medicine
|December 25, 2002
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Australian altruistic surrogacy laws are inadequate, leaving infertile couples and clinics in a difficult position. This study examines current laws and explores effective international regulatory models for surrogacy arrangements.

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Law
  • Family Law
  • Bioethics

Background:

  • Altruistic surrogacy arrangements are prevalent in Australia.
  • Current Australian legislation inadequately addresses key aspects of surrogacy.
  • This regulatory gap creates uncertainty for infertile couples and fertility clinics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the legal landscape of surrogacy in Australian States and Territories.
  • To assess the validity of arguments against surrogacy in contemporary society.
  • To explore and evaluate successful international surrogacy regulatory frameworks.

Main Methods:

  • Comparative legal analysis of Australian, New Zealand, UK, and US surrogacy laws.
  • Ethical review of arguments concerning surrogacy.
Keywords:
Genetics and ReproductionLegal Approach

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  • Examination of case studies from various international jurisdictions.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant inconsistencies and deficiencies exist within Australian surrogacy laws.
    • Arguments against surrogacy may not be sustainable given modern reproductive technologies and societal norms.
    • Certain international regulatory models demonstrate effectiveness in managing surrogacy arrangements.

    Conclusions:

    • There is a pressing need for comprehensive legal reform of altruistic surrogacy in Australia.
    • International best practices offer valuable insights for developing a more robust and equitable regulatory framework.
    • Addressing the legal vacuum is crucial for protecting the rights and welfare of all parties involved in surrogacy.