HONG KONG – Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po said the courts in Hong Kong will serve as the gatekeeper of the Fugitive Offenders Ordinance.
The reason or the justification for the extradition must be an act that is considered to be criminal in both Hong Kong and the jurisdiction where this act has been committed
Paul Chan, HK Financial Secretary
Chan was speaking to reporters after a radio program on Saturday. He said he had heard the concerns raised by the business community regarding the proposed arrangement on extradition.
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“The reason or the justification for the extradition must be an act that is considered to be criminal in both Hong Kong and the jurisdiction where this act has been committed. That is, it must be criminal in nature in both jurisdictions,” Chan said.
He added that the court in Hong Kong will be the gatekeeper as there will be a court procedure in deciding whether the extradition is allowed. He added that there is also full right of appeal for the individual concerned.
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Secretary for Security John Lee Ka-chiu will further explain the proposed amendments to the law to remove any misunderstanding, Chan said.
“He is in the process of collating views and suggestions. These concerns surely will be brought to his attention. In taking the matter forward, he will give these concerns due consideration,” Chan said.
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