Breaking: Terra Founder Do Kwon’s South Korea Extradition Delayed By Supreme Court

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As a seasoned analyst with a background in international law and geopolitics, I have witnessed my fair share of legal quagmires involving high-profile individuals. The latest development in the saga of Do Kwon, the elusive founder of Terraform Labs, is no exception.

The High Court of Montenegro has postponed the transfer of Do Kwon, the controversial leader of Terraform Labs, to South Korea. This action was taken after a plea for legal protection was submitted by the State Prosecutor’s Office (VDT) on August 2, 2024.

Supreme Court Delays Do Kwon’s Extradition To South Korea

The VDT’s petition aims to push back the execution of prior rulings made by both the Podgorica High Court and the Court of Appeal. These courts had previously authorized the extradition of Do Kwon to South Korea, his home country. However, under the guidance of Judge Seka Piletić, the Supreme Court panel decided to defer the extradition until they can examine the VDT’s request in detail.

Additionally, it was found that apprehensions about possible legal infringements during the early judgments played a significant role in the decision-making process. Consequently, the VDT petitioned the Supreme Court to assess if the extradition rulings complied with Montenegrin law and international agreements. Furthermore, they requested an examination as to whether the extradition should be directed towards South Korea instead of the United States, as reported by Montenegro news outlet Vijesti.

As a result, the Supreme Court’s ruling temporarily stops the immediate carrying out of the extradition. This delay affects the current plans of Montenegro’s Police Directorate and Ministry of Justice. Furthermore, this action increases the intricacy of an already confusing legal case, which has involved numerous court judgments and revisions over the last few months.

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2024-08-08 17:21