Conclusion. Extradition refers to the process in which one state or nation gives over an individual to another state or nation for criminal trial and/or punishment. Federal law governs when states must extradite fugitives to other states.
also British mortice /ËmoÉtÉs/. plural mortises. Learner's definition of MORTISE. [count] technical. : a hole that is cut in a piece of wood or other material so that another piece (called a tenon) will fit into it to form a connection.
guillotine (plural guillotines) 1  A machine used for the application of capital punishment by decapitation, consisting of a tall upright frame from which is suspended a heavy diagonal-edged blade. 2  A device used for cutting stacks of paper to straight edges, usually by means of a hinged blade attached to a flat platform.