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https://internationalextraditionblog.com/2011/05/25/new-zealand-extradition-treaty-with-the-united-states/
>Extradition shall not be granted in any of the following circumstances:
>4. If the offense for which his extradition is requested is of a political character, or if he proves that the requisition for his surrender has in fact been made with a view to try or punish him for an offense of a political character. If any question arises as to whether a case comes within the provisions of this paragraph, it shall be determined according to the laws of the requested Party.