Bahamas

The applicant sought a variation of bail conditions imposed during pending extradition proceedings arising from allegations that she had removed her child from Switzerland to The Bahamas contrary to Swiss custody arrangements. The Court held that bail conditions must secure attendance and protect the administration of justice, but must not be more onerous than reasonably necessary. In light of the applicant’s compliance, employment and community ties, and the practical hardship caused by the existing curfew, the Court reduced the reporting requirement and extended the curfew. It nevertheless maintained electronic monitoring, surrender of travel documents, the restriction on leaving New Providence and the existing bail amount because the flight risk remained substantial.