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Toronto lawyer Deepak Paradkar, accused of aiding a massive drug trafficking ring, faces extradition to the US. Prosecutors seek to revoke his bail, alleging he abused his legal status to facilitate drug smuggling. Paradkar is accused of helping the rings leader, Ryan Wedding, by providing legal advice, spying on couriers, and even advising a hit on a key witness. The witness was later murdered in Colombia. The case raises concerns about the involvement of professionals in criminal enterprises and the violent reach of these groups. Prosecutors appeal the December bail decision, claiming the judge erred in evidence evaluation and underestimated Paradkars flight risk. His lawyer argues he has followed all rules and theres no active drug crew to assist him. The Ontario Court of Appeal will hear the case tomorrow, deciding whether Paradkar remains free or is extradited to the US.

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