U.S.–U.K. Extradition Treaty (Model Extradition Treaty Example)
2003-03-31
2007-04-26
Summary
The United States has extradition treaties with over 100 countries providing for the surrender of persons charged with or convicted of extraditable offenses. These treaties typically require dual criminality (the offense must be criminal in both countries), provide political offense exceptions, and prohibit extradition where the person would face the death penalty unless assurances are given. The U.S.–U.K. treaty is the most heavily utilized bilateral extradition agreement.
Parties
U.S. Implementing Legislation
Federal Extradition Statutes
18 U.S.C. §§ 3181–3196
Establishes the procedures for international extradition, including the role of magistrate judges in certification hearings and the Secretary of State's authority to surrender fugitives.
Key Cases
Factor v. Laubenheimer, 290 U.S. 276 (1933) — Extradition treaties should be liberally construed to effectuate their purpose
Ntakirutimana v. Reno, 184 F.3d 419 (5th Cir. 1999) — U.S. may surrender nationals to international tribunals under treaty authority