Brian Lenihan Jnr (Dublin West, Fianna Fail)

This is only for evidential purposes. In Europe it would fall to be determined whether the European arrest warrant procedure applied, whereas it would be a matter of extradition in respect of other countries. It is not generally a defence in extradition arrangements. I am seeking to clarify the position regarding the European arrest warrant. It is not a corresponding offence in this State, so it would not be subject to an extradition arrangement. An arrest warrant does not apply to this side, so an arrest warrant or extradition cannot be sought on foot of it. If it is not an offence in this jurisdiction, there is no correspondence for extradition purposes. I am advised that the European arrest procedure could not be invoked.

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