Extradition in response to a demand made by the executive of one nation on the executive of another nation. • This procedure is generally regulated by treaties. [Cases: Extradition and Detainers 1–20.]
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international extradition 国际引渡 一国将在其境内而被他国追捕、通缉或判刑的人，根据有关国家的请求移交给请求国审判或处罚。
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extradition (ek-str[schwa]-dish-[schwa]n). The official surrender of an alleged criminal by one state or nation to another having jurisdiction over the crime charged; the return of a fugitive from justice, regardless of consent, by the authorities where the fugitive is found. Cf. RENDITION(2). international extradition. Extradition in response to a demand made by the executive of
dual-criminality principle. The rule prohibiting the international extradition of a fugitive unless the offense involves conduct that is criminal in both countries. [Cases: Extradition and Detainers 5.]
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political offense. A crime directed against the security or government of a nation, such as treason, sedition, or espionage. • Under principles of international law, the perpetrator of a political offense cannot be extradited. — Also termed political crime. [Cases: Extradition and Detainers 5.]