Agreement on Extradition between the European Union and the United States of America; Bilateral Extradition Treaty between the United States of America and Romania. Practical Aspects
Agreement on Extradition between the European Union and the United States of America; Bilateral Extradition Treaty between the United States of America and Romania. Practical Aspects

Author(s): Simona Franguloiu, Nicoleta-Elena Heghes, Mihaela Pătrăuş
Subject(s): International Law, EU-Legislation
Published by: Scientia Moralitas Research Institute
Keywords: International judicial cooperation; extradition; EU-US extradition agreement; risk of impunity; judicial practice;
Summary/Abstract: When interpreting and implementing the agreement concluded between the European Union and the United States of America, the Parties shall ensure that its provisions apply to existing bilateral extradition treaties concluded with the Member States and shall fill any gaps in these treaties, with the aim of making international judicial cooperation more effective and avoiding the risk of impunity. This article emphasizes the commitment to uphold the principles of the rule of law and safeguard the procedural rights of extraditable persons, both by central authorities and courts. Furthermore, it acknowledges the challenges posed by differences in legal systems involved in these processes, and highlights the promotion of an international system grounded in clear, precise rules and procedures, as well as the fundamental values of democracy and human rights.

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