Despite sporadic media coverage of extraditions and recent cases of expulsions of organized crime members from Mexico to the United States, little is known about broader patterns and implications of these practices: What is the difference between extraditions and expulsions? What are the most common charges? Are some groups targeted more frequently than others? Do some U.S. districts request more extraditions than others? How long does it take to extradite someone from Mexico after their indictment in the U.S.? How often do extradited individuals take plea deals? These are only some of the questions that motivated this research project. In this working paper, the Center for Human Rights and Humanitarian Studies research team presents preliminary results of their analysis, which provides a first systematic look into Mexico-U.S. extraditions and expulsions.
Date
March 3, 2026
Exporting Justice: Extradition and Expulsion from Mexico to the United States
This working paper from a Center for Human Rights and Humanitarian Studies research team led by Ieva Jusionyte provides a first systematic look into Mexico-U.S. extraditions and expulsions.