TL;DR
- The Montenegro Court of Appeals revoked Do Kwon’s extradition request.
- The annulment of the decision by the Podgorica High Court was due to significant violations of criminal procedure.
- The extradition revocation underscores the importance of respecting the legal rights of the accused and following all proper procedures.
The news of the revocation of Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon extradition by the Montenegro Court of Appeals highlights the complexity and legal implications surrounding this case. The founder had been subject to an extradition process due to a prosecution request from either South Korea or the United States.
The Court of Appeals annulled the decision of the Podgorica High Court, arguing that there were significant violations of criminal procedure provisions. It was pointed out that the decision lacked clarity in its wording, was not based on decisive facts, and did not provide clear reasons to support it. This lack of clarity and legal grounds was crucial for the extradition revocation.
Do Kwon Successfully Extends His Legal Journey
This case has been the subject of multiple appeals and judicial decisions since its inception. Although Do Kwon successfully appealed his extradition once before. The decision of the Court led to a new appeal that resulted in his favor. This legal saga has underscored the importance of rigorously following legal procedures. Ensuring that all judicial decisions are properly grounded.
The extradition revocation means that the case will be retried. Prolonging the uncertainty about Do Kwon’s future and legal situation. Although this latest decision represents a setback for those seeking his extradition. It also emphasizes the importance of respecting the legal rights of the accused and following all proper procedures.
After remaining hidden for months in some location in Serbia. In March 2023, Do Kwon was arrested at the Montenegro airport while attempting to catch a flight to Dubai. He was immediately tried before a local court, which found him guilty of document forgery crimes for using a fake passport.
