Can a US citizen be tried in another country?

A: No. U.S extradition treaties generally provide that a person can be extradited to a foreign country only for something that is a crime both in the U.S. and the foreign country.

Will the US extradite its citizens to Thailand?

Currently, the following countries have extradition treaties with Thailand: the US, the UK, Canada, China, Belgium, Philippines, Indonesia, Laos, Cambodia, Malaysia, South Korea, Bangladesh, Fiji, and Australia.

Why do embassies exist?

The primary purpose of an embassy is to assist American citizens who travel to or live in the host country. U.S. Foreign Service Officers also interview citizens of the host country who wish to travel to the United States for business, education, or tourism purposes.

What happens if you get arrested at the US Embassy?

A U.S. Embassy officer will make every effort to contact an arrested U.S. citizen promptly to assess his/her personal welfare. The officer will also obtain data for the arrest report (i.e., passport information, next-of-kin, details of your arrest, etc.).

What to do if a US citizen is arrested in jail?

Visit an arrested U.S. citizen in jail after being notified of the arrest, to check on the prisoner’s treatment by law enforcement authorities and to monitor the state of his/her health and well-being. On request of the prisoner, notify family and friends regarding the situation, and relay requests for financial or other aid.

What happens if a US citizen is arrested in the Philippines?

A citizen arrested in the Philippines must go through the Philippine legal process to be charged or indicted, prosecuted, convicted and sentenced, and for any appeals. The United States Government cannot arrange for a U.S. citizen to be released from a jail or prison.

How do I report an incarcerated US citizen to the government?

Visit an incarcerated U.S. citizen regularly and report on those visits to the Department of State.