Expert Opinion: 103-2

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EFTA00016788

court filing: 20-cr-60838-AJNT Document 1032 Filed 06/23/23 Page 9 of 15

The document discusses the extradition of Ms. Maxwell, citing expert opinions from Mr. Julié and David Perry, which contradict the government's assertions on the likelihood of extradition from France and the U.K. It argues that extradition is legally permissible and likely under the relevant treaties and laws.

Expert Opinion/Legal Brief: 2016-08-03-Adj-Def-#110821, ECF#3187

The document discusses the UK's extradition law under the 2003 Act, highlighting exceptions and bars to extradition, and the rarity of the Secretary of State's power to refuse extradition. It notes that extradition procedures are designed to be streamlined and typically conclude within two years. The author, David Perry QC, provides context for understanding the application of these laws in a specific case involving Ms Maxwell.

Expert Opinion/Declaration: 201-07-003230-AdmitDocID010321

The document discusses the Secretary of State's exceptional power to bar extradition under the Extradition Act 2003 and notes that it has been exercised only once since the enactment of the Act. It also highlights the typical timescales for extradition proceedings arising from US requests. The author, David Perry QC, concludes that none of the bars or exceptions to extradition would arise in Ms Maxwell's case based on currently known information.

Exhibit U

Exhibit U EFTA00073546 IN THE MATTER OF AN OPINION ON THE EXTRADITION LAW OF ENGLAND AND WALES RE GHISLAINE MAXWELL Overview 1. This Opinion is provided pursuant to instructions from Peters and Peters Solicitors LLP I dated 12 August 2020 in the context of bail proceedings relating to Ms Ghislaine Maxwell before the United States District Court, Southern District of New York. Subsequent instructions have confirmed that Ms Maxwell will execute a waiver of her right to extradition that could be exhibited to a future extradition request made by the United States and relied upon in any extradition proceedings. The specific questions asked by Peters and Peters are attached at Annex A. A summary of counsel's relevant experience is attached at Annex B. The waiver is attached at Annex C. 2. In summary: (a) Extradition proceedings in the United Kingdom are governed by the Extradition Act 2003 One 2003 Act') and, in general, comprise; (i) a hearing before a designated `appropriate