How does the extradition process work in international cases like Mehul Choksi's?
Understanding the legal procedures involved in seeking extradition of individuals.
- Extradition process begins when a country requests the surrender of an individual from another country to face criminal charges or serve a sentence.
- Requesting country submits formal extradition request along with evidence supporting the charges against the individual.
- Receiving country reviews the request and evaluates if it meets legal requirements under the extradition treaty between the two countries.
- If the request is approved, the individual is arrested and brought before the court for an extradition hearing.
- The court examines the evidence and legal arguments presented by both parties before making a decision on whether to extradite the individual.
- If extradited, the individual is handed over to the requesting country to face trial or serve their sentence.
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