What is the current state of the law on hearsay summary evidence at an extradition hearing?
British Columbia, Canada
The following excerpt is from United States of America v. Wilson, 2013 BCSC 2423 (CanLII):
The means by which evidence may be presented on an extradition hearing is streamlined. For example, a hearsay summary of evidence is admissible if the requirements of s. 32 and 33 of the Act are otherwise met. There are, however, limits to the extent of permissible streamlining and the hearing is not a mere formality. Accordingly, the evidence must include sufficient detail for the extradition judge to assess and determine its sufficiency: United States of America v. Anderson, 2006 QCCS 4211.
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