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What is a key requirement for extradition to take place?
What is a key requirement for extradition to take place?
- The accused must have committed the crime in multiple countries
- The accused must be a political refugee
- The accused must be a citizen of the state requesting extradition
- The crime must be couched in law (correct)
What is the purpose of the double criminality requirement in extradition treaties?
What is the purpose of the double criminality requirement in extradition treaties?
- To speed up the extradition process
- To ensure the accused receives a fair trial
- To allow for different interpretations of laws across states
- To make sure the crime is recognized as illegal in both states (correct)
What role does the judge play in the extradition process?
What role does the judge play in the extradition process?
- Approving the extradition without review
- Negotiating with foreign ministries for extradition
- Determining guilt or innocence of the accused
- Holding a hearing to assess the evidence against the accused (correct)
Why do some states hold wanted persons in detention for a specified time?
Why do some states hold wanted persons in detention for a specified time?
Why is it surprising that states rely on bilateral treaties for extradition?
Why is it surprising that states rely on bilateral treaties for extradition?
What did the UN General Assembly adopt in 1990 to promote commonality among bilateral extradition treaties?
What did the UN General Assembly adopt in 1990 to promote commonality among bilateral extradition treaties?
What is the purpose of the specialty rule in extradition cases?
What is the purpose of the specialty rule in extradition cases?
Why do some states experience difficulty tracing wanted persons?
Why do some states experience difficulty tracing wanted persons?
What is one reason why all states should consider adopting a global convention on extradition?
What is one reason why all states should consider adopting a global convention on extradition?
What is a primary role of foreign ministries or US State Departments in the extradition process?
What is a primary role of foreign ministries or US State Departments in the extradition process?
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