A waiver of extradition occurs when a defendant who is arrested and held in one state, country, territory, or other jurisdiction voluntarily waives the right to challenge extradition to another state, country, territory, or jurisdiction to be prosecuted or stand trial for a criminal offense in that other state, country, territory, or jurisdiction. If such a defendant waives extradition, he or she will be returned to the requesting jurisdiction without the need for an extradition hearing and the related procedures.
In Connecticut, a waiver of extradition means that an individual who has been arrested can voluntarily agree to be transferred to another jurisdiction without contesting the extradition process. This waiver simplifies the legal proceedings by eliminating the need for an extradition hearing, which would otherwise determine whether the individual should be legally surrendered to the requesting state or jurisdiction. By signing a waiver of extradition, the defendant acknowledges and accepts that they will be returned to the jurisdiction where the charges are pending to face legal proceedings. Connecticut law, in accordance with the Uniform Criminal Extradition Act, outlines the procedures for extradition, and a waiver is one way to expedite this process. It's important for defendants to understand that waiving extradition is a significant legal decision and they should typically consult with an attorney before making such a decision.