Romanian Court Approves Extradition Request for Andrew Tate

A Romanian court has approved a request from Britain to extradite internet personality Andrew Tate, but with a significant twist. The extradition has been postponed until the conclusion of trial proceedings in Romania, as announced on Tuesday.

Immediate Release Granted

Furthermore, the court has ruled for Tate and his brother Tristan to be released from police custody immediately. This decision comes after the Tates had been detained for 24 hours pending a ruling on the British arrest warrant.

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Pending Trial Proceedings

The case now rests with the Bucharest court’s preliminary chamber, tasked with determining whether the trial can commence. However, with Romanian courts facing a backlog, a decision on this matter is still pending.

Legal Measures Implemented

The Tate brothers had been in police custody from late December 2022 until April to prevent potential flight or tampering with evidence. Subsequently, they were placed under house arrest until August. Presently, they are under judicial control, a lighter preventative measure allowing freedom of movement within the country except for leaving it.

Postponed Extradition

The court of appeals has outlined its decision to execute the arrest warrant while postponing the extradition until the final verdict in the ongoing criminal case at the Bucharest court. The allegations against Tate and his brother Tristan, related to sexual aggression from 2012-15, have been vehemently denied by their PR team. The arrest warrant originated from Westminster Magistrates Court.

Legal Response

Eugen Vidineac, legal counsel for the defendants, expressed appreciation for the Bucharest Court of Appeal’s decision to postpone extradition. He highlighted that this ruling allows the brothers to engage fully in their defense and ensures transparency in the legal process.

Charges and Denials

Tate, renowned for promoting an ultra-masculine lifestyle to millions of followers, along with his brother and two Romanian women, was indicted in June in Romania for human trafficking, rape, and forming a criminal gang to exploit women sexually. The accused parties have vehemently denied these charges.