Can a person be extradited for a misdemeanor?

Answer 1

Yes, it is possible. In this day and age of budget crunches, it may seem unlikely - BUT - where the law is concerned, never say "never!" All US states and territories honor each other's requests for extradition - there are no 'safe-haven' states - It is impossible to know with certainty whether a particular state will choose to extradite you for a particular offense, or not, there are simply too many variables. It may depend, in part, on the offense and the seriousness of it, and/or how badly they want you returned.

Answer 2

Yes, but it is unlikely unless the misdemeanor is designated as 'high class' and/0r involves personal injury and/or property damage to a citizen or is connected to law enforcement personnel in some manner.

Answer 3

Depends on the charge. Most states wont extradite for unpaid fines or failure to appear. Too expensive

Added: As a practical matter - the first answer is probably correct. But the true answer is - yes, it is legally permissable for a state to extradite on a misdemeanor charge if they wish to go to the trouble and expense. All US states and territories honor each other's requests for extradition - there are no 'safe-haven' states - it is impossible to know with certainty whether a particular state will choose to extradite you or not, there are simply too many variables. It may depend on the offense and the seriousness of it and/or how badly they want you returned - most states WILL extradite for felony offenses.

Answer 4

I do not provide those answers. I do not provide those answers.

Answer 5

Any state can extradite you on ANY CRIMINAL CHARGE they want. The question is, will they choose to do so or not.... and that is an un-answerable question.

Answer 6

Yes, although it might depend on the seriousness of the offense.