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Possibility of extradition from the UAE for a bounced cheque

Dear Mr Naser,

I am a dual UK - Iranian national and have a criminal judgment against me in Iran due to a bounced cheque. I have been sentenced to 1 year in prison.

I am currently in the UAE, what is the probability of extradition to Iran to serve the sentence?

Naser Muhyealdeen

Hassan Al Riyami Advocates & Legal Consultants

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23 Aug 2018, 07:46

Given that there is indeed an extradition treaty between the UAE and Iran, all things are possible for an extradition request to be made against your residency here.

However, it would depend on the amount of the cheque involved and whether or not the aggrieved party will move Interpol to have you extradited.

Extradition is only possible when Interpol is brought into the picture so it fully depends on that aspect.

23 Aug 2018, 07:49

Thank you for your response.

But having entered the UAE on my British passport and as a British citizen, would my dual nationality not have any bearing on possible extradition?

Also, the cheque was issued around 4.5 years ago.

Thank you for your assistance and support.

23 Aug 2018, 07:55

Given that you are a UK passport holder and that Iran does not have an extradition arrangement with the UK, the chances of your being extradited become that much more complicated for the aggrieved party.

Were there indeed to be an extradition request you could very well challenge it through court procedures in the UAE.

23 Aug 2018, 07:57

Much appreciated. May I have your contact details so that if (God forbid) this does happen I can utilize your services, please?

23 Aug 2018, 07:58

Sure, you may send us a Whatsapp 0559248999 to schedule a meeting.

Thank you and good luck.

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