‘Extradition is stressful, usually more stressful than domestic criminal proceedings’ Quote from Senior District Judge Howard Riddle.
Managing Partner Gary Flood has a wealth of experience in extradition matters and has dealt with the vast majority of the highest profile extradition requests the UK has received in recent years during his seven years on Scotland Yard’s extradition unit. He has dealt with most of the countries the UK have extradition arrangements with and earned an unrivalled reputation from those subject to extradition requests, defence counsel and solicitors for his professional and balanced approach to each request.
He was a vocal critic of some aspects of the Extradition Act 2003 in particular triviality of EAW requests and white collar fraud requests from the USA where the conduct alleged occurred mainly in the UK.
He has built up an extensive network of practitioners in this sensitive and complex area both in the UK and internationally, some of which have advised governments at the highest level as well as individuals who have been through this most stressful experience.
AGIS can advise on all aspects of the extradition process whether you believe you may be the subject of an extradition request or are part on an ongoing process.
A ‘forum bar’ has recently been introduced into legislation in the UK but in reality the bar has been set very high in that, amongst others, the ‘Substantial Measure’ of alleged conduct took place in the UK. It also introduces a prosecutors ‘veto’ if the CPS certify that there is insufficient admissible evidence to prosecute in the UK. AGIS can assist in proactively investigating the allegations in an attempt to identify admissible evidence in the UK in order that a balanced informed decision is taken by the UK authorities.
To find out more about our extradition consultancy service please contact us through this website or email us at [email protected] to discuss your requirements and receive a free no obligation quote.