The Law of Extradition and Mutual Assistance 4th Edition

Nicholls, Montgomery, and Knowles on The Law of Extradition and Mutual Assistance is the leading work in this complex and growing area of law. It provides a comprehensive and analytical treatment of the laws covering the extradition arrangements between the UK and other states, as well as international mutual assistance.

This edition provides an expanded discussion of the case law on human rights and an examination of the of the UK's post-Brexit extradition arrangements with the EU as well as detailed coverage of general extradition procedures. It includes detailed consideration of the interface between extradition and asylum. The fourth edition has been extensively revised to provide in-depth and practical coverage of these changes and gives the practitioner detailed guidance on the relevant provisions. Written by an expert author team, the book also includes an analysis of Interpol powers and procedures for the first time.

Key Features

• Written by an expert author team
• Provides a comprehensive and analytical treatment of extradition and international mutual assistance
• Contains dedicated chapters on Police Powers, EU case law on the European Arrest Warrant, and extradition to the International Criminal Tribunals, with clear analysis of human rights issues
• Offers comprehensive treatment of mutual legal assistance issues, including cross-border surveillance, transfer of prisoners, confiscation and forfeiture

New to this Edition:

• Includes detailed coverage of the interface between both extradition and Interpol, and between extradition and asylum
• Presents an expanded discussion of the case law on human rights
• Considers the effect of Brexit on the law of extradition and mutual assistance