Extradition is the formal process by which one jurisdiction surrenders a suspected or convicted criminal to another jurisdiction where the crime was committed or where the individual is sought for prosecution or punishment. This procedure typically occurs under specific legal frameworks, often involving treaties or agreements between nations or states. Extradition is aimed at ensuring that individuals cannot escape justice by fleeing to another region and is governed by laws that outline the conditions and processes involved, including the types of offenses that warrant extradition and the protections afforded to the accused. The principles of extradition are rooted in international law and cooperation, allowing for the enforcement of criminal justice across borders.
**Daniel Duggan, a former pilot with the U.S. Marine Corps, faces extradition to the U.S. from Australia to confront severe allegations of aiding the Chinese military.** The 56-year-old, who became…