Chapter 2 Extradition

Article Sixteen

Taking temporary precautionary measures

(1) When a foreign country requests [that Afghanistan] take temporary precautionary measures regarding an individual, the High Council of the Supreme Court takes proper actions as per laws of the land.

(2) If the request of a foreign country to take temporary precautionary measures contradicts the laws of Afghanistan, the Attorney General’s Office is not required to implement [the request]. Instead, it shall take proper measures abiding by the laws of Afghanistan.