Absconding is a term used to describe the act of running away or escaping from an institution, foster home or other place of care. It is often found on child welfare records abbreviated to 'ABS'.
Prepared by: Karen George and Gary George
Created: 27 October 2011, Last modified: 26 February 2015
Last updated: 4 August 2023
Cite this: https://www.findandconnect.gov.au/ref/nt/biogs/YE00128b.htm
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