Mutual legal assistance

A method of co-operation between states for obtaining assistance in the investigation or prosecution of criminal offences, most commonly via formal mutual legal assistance treaties (MLATs). MLATs define the territories, and which type of criminal and judicial activity, fall within its scope. MLATs also specify the type of mutual assistance that is permitted. MLATs may also address the interaction between various treaties in the event of conflict.

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