How long do UK extradition proceedings typically take if I contest them? - Intercollegium Law Firm
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How long do UK extradition proceedings typically take if I contest them?

Contested extradition cases in England and Wales can take many months from arrest to final determination, and complex cases involving appeals can take considerably longer. After arrest you must be brought before the court as soon as practicable, followed by case management and a substantive hearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court. Appeals lie to the High Court and potentially the Supreme Court. During this period, you may be remanded in custody or released on strict bail conditions depending on flight risk and the seriousness of the allegations.

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