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These charges span multiple jurisdictions, including New York and federal territories, reflecting the far-reaching influence of the criminal enterprises involved. Notably, these crimes directly affected American citizens, which complicates legal proceedings, especially concerning extradition and applicable penalties.
Interestingly, Sambala’s case did not proceed through the traditional extradition process. Under typical legal procedures, extraditing a suspect from one country to another involves formal agreements and paperwork, which often include stipulations about the death penalty. In many cases, countries that have abolished capital punishment or have treaties that prohibit its use will refuse extradition if the death penalty might be applied.