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Man who has been "producing child pornography for decades" to be extradited to US
Summary
The High Court approved the extradition of a 79‑year‑old Irish‑US citizen to New York, where the FBI alleges he has produced child pornography for at least 30 years. He faces charges of sexual exploitation and transportation of a minor and two counts of possessing child pornography. The FBI claims he filmed, recorded or photographed himself and others in sexual acts with minors under 18, created the material in the US and abroad, maintained a collection, and sold copies. His barrister, Kieran Kelly BL, argued that extradition should be refused on grounds of the client's age and numerous medical conditions, citing potential inhumane treatment. Justice Aileen Donnelly rejected these objections, noting the court's satisfaction that extradition would not violate the respondent's rights, and ordered the man to await the Minister's decision while in custody. The client intends to appeal within ten days.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Man who has been "producing child pornography for decades" to be extradited to US. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- 2018-12-14 Publication
Places mentioned
- The High Court
- High Court
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