Liam Campbell extradition case adjourned over weapons allegations

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Liam Campbell’s extradition case over alleged weapons and explosives offences was adjourned by the High Court in Dublin on 20 March 2017. He is accused of involvement in an alleged Real IRA plot to import weapons and explosives from Lithuania to Ireland. Campbell’s barrister sought time to obtain an English translation of proceedings involving Campbell’s brother in Lithuania.

The defence argues that Campbell may not receive a fair trial and that prison conditions in Lithuania could breach his rights. The court adjourned the case for a month to allow the state and defence to prepare documents.

This report covers an earlier stage of the case. Later developments are not reported here.