Expert Opinion or Affidavit: 201-700320
Summary
The document, authored by French lawyer William Julié, discusses the extradition of a French national to the US, analyzing the Extradition Treaty between the US and France, and relevant agreements. Julié concludes that there is no absolute rule against extraditing French nationals and that the French government is likely to extradite Ms. Maxwell if certain conditions are met. The document highlights the importance of considering the discretionary power in extradition decisions and the impact of subsequent agreements on the Extradition Treaty.
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