Extradition and mutual assistance
Combating transnational crime and terrorism is a high priority for Australia. Extradition and mutual assistance are key tools in that fight. Extradition ensures that criminals cannot evade prosecution simply by crossing borders. Mutual assistance ensures that criminals cannot escape prosecution and confiscation action just because the evidence or proceeds of their crime are in different countries.
Extradition and mutual assistance work supports the Australian Government Attorney-General's Department's mission of achieving a just and secure society.
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Extradition
- What is extradition?
- Extradition and provisional arrest
- General process for extradition
- New Zealand process for extradition
- Frequently asked questions - Extradition
Mutual Assistance
- What is mutual assistance?
- What is the difference between mutual assistance and police to police assistance?
- How does mutual assistance work in death penalty matters?
- Frequently asked questions - mutual assistance