Extradition
Extradition is the formal process by which one country surrenders a person to another country to face criminal prosecution or serve a sentence. It is a criminal law and international law process involving individuals, not businesses. In Canada, it is governed by federal law and decided by the courts and the federal Minister of Justice.
How BC law treats it
Extradition from Canada is governed by the Extradition Act, SC 1999, c 18, and applies to individuals; corporations are not extradited. Businesses facing foreign investigations deal with other processes, such as mutual legal assistance requests.
What it means for your business
A business with international operations should understand that its directors and employees, not the company itself, may face personal criminal exposure abroad.
Risks and common mistakes
Ignoring a foreign investigation can leave individuals exposed to arrest when they travel.
Fulcrum's litigation lawyers can help with these issues.
General information about British Columbia and Canadian law, current to October 2026. It is not legal advice.
