Assange's extradition case delayed until September
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's extradition case has been delayed until September and will be moved to another court by a British judge.Julian Assange is facing charges of violating the US Espionage Act and conspiracy to commit computer intrusionAssange could face up to 175 years in prison if found guilty
The Australian's next hearing had been due on May 18, but District Judge Vanessa Baraitser last week agreed to delay it over concerns that Assange and lawyers would not be able to attend in person. Judge Baraitser said as both legal parties were struggling to work out a new date in July, she would move the case to another Crown Court with better availability in September.
The new location and start date of the remaining three weeks will be confirmed on Friday by the court.
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