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The video discusses the extradition case of Meng, focusing on the principle of double criminality in Canadian law. Meng's defense argues that the case is about Iran sanctions violations, not fraud, and challenges the timing of assessing double criminality. The US accuses Meng of deceiving HSBC to violate Iran sanctions. The judge questions the defense's timing argument, noting that in 2013, Canada had sanctions on Iran, which could undermine the defense's case.

What is the principle of double criminality in the context of Canadian extradition law?

• A principle that allows extradition without any legal basis.

• A rule that only applies to financial crimes.

• A requirement that the crime is recognized in both the requesting and requested countries.

• A guideline for determining the severity of a crime.

What is the main argument of Meng's defense regarding the nature of her case?

• It is a misunderstanding of international trade rules.

• It is a violation of Canadian tax laws.

• It is a misrepresentation as fraud to ease extradition.

• It is a case of mistaken identity.

What does the US accuse Meng of doing?

• Bribing Canadian officials.

• Evading taxes in the United States.

• Stealing trade secrets from Canadian companies.

• Lying to HSBC and violating Iran sanctions.

When does Meng's defense argue that double criminality should be assessed?

• At the time of the alleged crime.

• Before any legal proceedings begin.

• When Canada authorized extradition proceedings.

• After the trial in the requesting country.

Why does the judge challenge the defense's timing argument for assessing double criminality?

• Because the extradition request was improperly filed.

• Because the judge believes the crime is not serious.

• Because the defense did not provide enough evidence.

• Because the alleged conduct occurred when Canada had sanctions on Iran.