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Extradition Proceedings Solicitors

Extradition Proceedings Solicitors based in Sheffield, Barnsley & Rotherham

This can be a frightening time when another country asks the court to extradite you to face trial, which can sometimes be a breach of human rights. It is a very specialised area of law as it requires swift and prompt action to ensure time limits are met. There is a very tight timetable for appealing any decision made by a Magistrates Court before the extradition proceedings take place.

Howells Solicitors is recognised as one of the top criminal defence law firms in the UK, and proudly ranks as the number one criminal defence solicitors in South Yorkshire on Review Solicitors. We are also rated the best criminal defence solicitors on Three Best Rated, reflecting our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction.

If you have been arrested by the police, our 24/7 accessibility means that one of our team will always be available on call to come to the police station to represent you. Call 07774 162757 if you have been arrested.

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What is Extradition?

Extradition is the formal process of requesting the member state to remove a person from one country to another. It is either to prosecute them for an offence or to impose a sentence for an offence of which the person has already been convicted.

What is the Extradition Process?

The extradition process begins when a country formally requests for a person to be returned. If the country is within the European Union, the National Crime Agency (NCA) will receive and review the request and where appropriate issue a warrant for the requested person. For countries not in the European Union, the Home Office are responsible for receiving the extradition request.

There are two types of warrant which can be issued, the first is that the requested person must be returned to face prosecution, and the second is where the requested person has already been convicted and must be returned to serve their sentence. Once the warrant is issued, they will be arrested and brought to Westminster Magistrates Court.

Once they are at the Magistrate’s Court, the requested person will be able to have a solicitor with them.

How Our Criminal Defence Team Can Help

Our criminal defence solicitors act for clients nationwide, and we pride ourselves on achieving the best possible outcomes. We have been involved in many high-profile extradition proceedings over the years and have built an exceptional reputation. If you are facing extradition proceedings, get in touch with our solicitors as soon as possible, so we can provide legal advice from the start.

Extradition Proceedings Costs

We will provide clear guidance on costs at the outset of the case and will apply for Legal Aid wherever it is available, to ensure the quality advice you need is accessible and affordable.

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How can we help? Contact us today

Contact us on 0114 2235 803 and one of our advisors will be in touch to discuss your situation. We will take some initial information and if we can help, we will book you in for a consultation with a legal professional.

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Solicitors for Extradition Proceedings

Our expert criminal defence solicitors are highly experienced, successful and resourceful unit, focused on getting the best possible outcome for its clients. They are consistently rated highly in the prestigious Chambers Guide to the Law and Legal 500;

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The prestigious Chambers Guide ranks Howells Criminal department as a top tier firm in Sheffield and the surrounding areas.

Legal 500 2022

The independent guide to the Legal profession; The Legal 500, ranks Howells Criminal department as a top tier in Yorkshire and Humber in the latest 2022 guide.

The Legal 500 2018 edition said “Howells’ ‘very approachable and helpful’ criminal department has capabilities to handle a range of complex matters, with particular experience in public order law, judicial review, advising youth offenders, and cases with a civil liberties, human rights or mental health considerations.”

(The team) “also includes the ‘patient and supportive and extremely knowledgeable’ Chris Wong. Wong is recommended for defending clients facing extradition. Rotherham-based Mary Rose Macadam has particular expertise in prison law, parole board work, youth court representations and cases including a mental health element.”

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Extradition Proceedings Solicitors