Dan Frazer credited as playing...
Canadian Judge
- Thomas Picard: The Supreme Court was unequivocal on its nine to zero ruling under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms of the Canadian Constitution concerning the matter of extradition on capital offenses.
- Canadian Judge: Mr. Picard, aren't you concerned that Canada might become a safe haven for criminals seeking to use our constitution as a shield from prosecution?
- Thomas Picard: I prefer not to speculate on hypothetical situations which may or may not result from the High Court's ruling. I can only ask this court to interpret the law as written.
- Canadian Judge: Madam Prosecutor?
- Alexandra Cabot: While I do respect the High Court's rulings in the matter of constitutional rights and protections, I would submit this ruling does not apply in the case for which the State of New York seeks extradition.
- Canadian Judge: Is not murder with special circumstances attached a capital offense under New York law?
- Alexandra Cabot: It is, Your Honor. However, the people are not seeking extradition on the capital offense. We are here on the sole charge of possession of stolen property.
- Thomas Picard: Your Honor, this is a blatant attempt to circumvent the laws of this land.
- Alexandra Cabot: Since the value of the stolen automobile exceeds five thousand dollars, it is my understanding this qualifies for extradition under Canadian law.
- Thomas Picard: Your petition cited multiple charges of murder and two counts of kidnapping.
- Alexandra Cabot: It is true that Mr. Kern and his accomplice brutally raped, tortured, and maimed their subjects before killing them. However, we have amended our petition to reflect only the lesser offense.
- Thomas Picard: Your Honor, this is a cynical ploy. We all know that once Mr. Kern crosses the border, he will be charged with the capital crimes.
- Canadian Judge: Perhaps, Mr. Picard. But, this court prefers not to speculate on hypothetical situations which may or may not result from its ruling. Now, petition for extradition is granted.