Understanding the timeline of Sam Bankman-Fried\'s extradition from the Bahamas is crucial given the pending high-profile trial of Samuel Bankman-Fried (a.k.a. “SBF”) in the Southern District of New York (“SDNY”) on a raft of charges arising out of the collapse of the global cryptocurrency exchange FTX. The question everyone is asking is: how long did Sam Bankman-Fried remain in Bahamas jail before extradition to the US?

The answer isn\'t straightforward, as the process involved several steps and legal challenges. Initially, Bankman-Fried initially told the court Monday he was prepared for extradition, but then reversed course, requesting to see a copy of his U.S. indictment before agreeing. This clearly demonstrates the complexities involved in international extradition cases. He was held in a Bahamian jail pending further decisions from the court.

A key factor influencing the delay was legal wrangling. A Bahamas court on Tuesday temporarily barred the country\'s government from agreeing to let US prosecutors pursue part of their criminal case against Sam Bankman-Fried. This legal challenge significantly impacted the timing and sequence of events, extending his stay in the Bahamas prison.

Ultimately, the exact time Sam Bankman-Fried spent in a Bahamas jail before extradition depended on resolving these legal hurdles and ensuring compliance with international law. While precise durations varied depending on news updates and legal filings throughout that period, news reports indicated he was held for a few weeks as these issues were addressed.

Keep checking back for updates as the situation continues to develop. The speed and circumstances of his transfer to the United States remain matters of considerable public and legal attention.