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Founder of Failed Crypto Ecosystem Terra Faces Extradition to South Korea and the United States
courtesy of bitcoinist.com
Montenegro Court Approves Extradition of Do Kwon
The founder of the failed crypto ecosystem Terra, Do Kwon, is facing extradition to South Korea and the United States after a court in Montenegro approved the request. The decision, based on multiple international requests, marks a critical juncture in a complex legal scenario involving allegations of serious financial crimes.
Allegations of Financial Misconduct
The extradition requests originate from South Korea and the U.S., with each country citing various charges of financial misconduct. The South Korean Ministry of Justice accuses Kwon of fraudulent and unfair trading offenses, while the U.S. request relates to criminal proceedings for multiple offenses, including fraud and securities fraud.
Consent to Extradition
The High Court's decision acknowledges Kwon's consent to expedited extradition to South Korea. However, the final decision rests with Montenegro's Justice Minister, who will determine the priority of the extradition based on the provisions of the Law on International Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters.
Complications and Awaited Decision
This extradition is further complicated by an ongoing criminal case in Montenegro against Kwon for document falsification. He must serve a four-month imprisonment sentence before the extradition can proceed. As the legal proceedings unfold, the decision by Montenegro's Justice Minister is eagerly awaited within and outside the crypto ecosystem.
Implications for the Crypto Ecosystem
This case highlights the intricate nature of international legal cooperation in addressing complex cross-border financial crimes. The founder's extradition could have significant implications for the crypto ecosystem, as the Terra ecosystem collapsed last year, dissipating billions of dollars in value.
As of this writing, the native token of the Terra ecosystem, LUNC (formerly known as LUNA), trades at $0.00007 with some gains on small timeframes.
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