Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty
/ˈmjuːtʃuəl ˈliːgəl əˈsɪstəns ˈtriːti/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal agreement between two or more countries facilitating cooperation in gathering and exchanging information to enforce public or criminal laws.
The countries signed a mutual legal assistance treaty to expedite cross-border criminal investigations.
Forms
- mutual legal assistance treaty
- mutual legal assistance treaties
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Commentary
MLATs are vital tools in international criminal justice, designed to streamline legal cooperation across jurisdictions while respecting sovereign legal frameworks.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.