Vermont § 4943 - Form of demand
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 4943 — Form of demand, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4943. Form of demand
- (a) A demand for the extradition of a person charged with crime in another state shall
not be recognized by the Governor unless in writing alleging, except in cases arising
under section 4946 of this title, that the accused was present in the demanding state at the time of the commission
of the alleged crime, and that thereafter he or she fled from the state, and accompanied
by a copy of an indictment found or by an information supported by affidavit in the
state having jurisdiction of the crime, or by a copy of an affidavit made before a
magistrate therein, together with a copy of any warrant that was issued thereon or
by a copy of a judgment of conviction or of a sentence imposed in execution thereof,
together with a statement by the executive authority of the demanding state that the
person claimed has escaped from confinement or has broken the terms of his or her
bail, probation, or parole. The indictment, information, or affidavit made before
the magistrate must substantially charge the person demanded with having committed
a crime under the law of that state; and the copy of the indictment, information,
affidavit, judgment of conviction, or sentence must be authenticated by the executive
authority making the demand. (b) A warrant of extradition shall not be issued unless the documents presented by the
executive authority making the demand show that: (1) Except in cases arising under section 4946 of this title, the accused was present in the demanding state at the time of the commission of
the alleged crime, and thereafter fled from that state; (2) The accused is now in this State; and (3) He or she is lawfully charged by indictment found or by information filed by a prosecuting
officer and supported by affidavit to the facts, or by affidavit made before a magistrate
in that state, with having committed a crime under the laws of that state or that
he or she has been convicted of a crime in that state and has escaped from confinement
or broken the terms of his or her bail, probation, or parole.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 4943
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 4943 cover?
Section 4943 ("Form of demand") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 4943?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 4943 apply to my situation?
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