HomeAn individual’s nationality holds significant weight within civil law jurisdictions across continental Europe. Countries like Germany, France, and Poland operate under strict constitutional or statutory provisions that prohibit the extradition of their own citizens to non-EU nations, frequently opting for domestic prosecution under the global principle of aut dedere aut judicare.
In contrast, common law states — including the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia — generally permit the surrender of their nationals without such categorical restrictions. For dual citizens, the legal landscape becomes highly convoluted; the requested state may deny a request based on its own nationality laws, whereas the requesting jurisdiction will often disregard the individual’s secondary passport. It is also important to recognize that obtaining alternative citizenship after an alleged offense has occurred rarely provides retroactive immunity or protection from outstanding warrants.
Navigating the intersection of dual nationality, European Arrest Warrants, and international treaties requires complex legal maneuvering. Whether you are dealing with potential enforcement tracks involving a London, United Kingdom jurisdiction or broader European networks, our team can deliver an integrated extradition defence strategy tailored to your exact background profile.
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