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 Missouri, a waiver of extradition means that an individual who has been arrested in Missouri for a crime committed in another state or jurisdiction agrees to voluntarily return to the jurisdiction where the crime was committed without contesting the extradition process. This waiver simplifies the legal process by eliminating the need for an extradition hearing, which would otherwise determine whether the individual should be legally transferred to the requesting jurisdiction. By signing a waiver of extradition, the defendant acknowledges and accepts that they will be transferred back to the requesting state or jurisdiction to face charges. Missouri law, in accordance with the Uniform Criminal Extradition Act, which many states have adopted in some form, outlines the procedures for extradition between states. However, it is important for individuals to consult with an attorney before waiving extradition rights, as this decision can have significant legal implications.