Extradition Process Between The UAE And Denmark – Crime

Introduction:

Extradition is a legal process through which one country
surrenders an individual to another country for prosecution or
punishment for crimes committed in the requesting country.

The Agreement on Extradition between the UAE and the Kingdom of
Denmark, signed on the 17th of March, 2022, establishes the
framework for extradition between these two nations. This agreement
outlines the procedures and conditions under which individuals can
be extradited between the UAE and Denmark.

This article aims to provide an in-depth overview of the
extradition process outlined in the agreement.

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  Request for Extradition:

  
  
  When one country seeks the extradition of an individual from
  another country, the request may be made in writing through
  diplomatic channels as outlined under Article 7. The request may
  include detailed information such as the name and nationality of
  the individual, a description of the offence, supporting legal
  documents, and any relevant evidence.




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  Grounds for Extradition:

  
  
  Article 2 stipulates that extradition may be granted if the offence
  carries a minimum one-year imprisonment sentence in both countries.
  Additionally, extradition is permissible for offences committed
  outside the requesting country’s territory if similar crimes
  are prosecutable in the requested country (Article 2(4).




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  Exceptions to Extradition:

  
  
  There are several circumstances under which extradition may be
  refused, as outlined in Article 3. These include offences deemed
  political (Article 3(a), concerns about the individual’s rights
  or safety (Article 3(e), or if the requested country has already
  prosecuted or acquitted the individual for the same crime (Article
  3(g).




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  Provisional Arrest:

  
  
  Article 12 allows, in cases of urgency, the requesting country to
  request the provisional arrest of the wanted person through
  concerned central authorities or The International Criminal Police
  Organization (Interpol) or other channels agreed upon by the two
  countries. The requested country must promptly notify the
  requesting country of the outcome of the request. If the requested
  country does not receive an official extradition request within a
  specified time frame, the provisional arrest becomes invalid under
  Article 12(4).




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  Decision on Extradition:

  
  
  Article 9 states that, upon receiving an extradition request, the
  requested country must promptly notify the requesting country of
  its decision. If extradition is granted, the two countries may
  agree on the timing and logistics of the extradition (Article
  14).




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  Confidentiality and Cooperation:

  
  
  Both countries agree to keep the extradition process confidential
  and cooperate with each other per the terms of the agreement
  (Article 22). Any disputes arising from interpreting or applying
  the agreement will be settled through diplomatic channels.




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  Entry into Force and Termination:

  
  
  The agreement enters into force 30 days after the exchange of
  instruments of ratification (Article 24). Either country may
  terminate the agreement with written notification through
  diplomatic channels, with termination taking effect 6 months after
  the notification as per Article 24(4).

Conclusion:

The extradition process between the UAE and the Kingdom of
Denmark is governed by a legal framework that aims to ensure
cooperation between the two countries while respecting the rights
of the individuals involved.

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guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought
about your specific circumstances.