Extradition is a critical legal process where one jurisdiction surrenders an individual accused or convicted of a crime to another jurisdiction for trial or...
Extradition is the formal process by which one sovereign state surrenders an individual, accused or convicted of a crime, to another sovereign state for prosecution or to serve a sentence.
It usually begins with a formal request from the requesting state, supported by evidence, to the requested state. The requested state's legal system then reviews the request, often involving a court hearing, to determine if the legal requirements for extradition are met.
Common grounds include political offenses, lack of dual criminality (the act isn't a crime in both states), humanitarian concerns, potential for unfair trial, or if the statute of limitations has expired.
Yes, many countries are party to bilateral or multilateral extradition treaties that simplify and standardize the process, outlining offenses, procedures, and conditions for extradition. Examples include the European Arrest Warrant.