US prosecutors indicted Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha Moya and nine other officials in April 2026 on narcotics importation, weapons, and conspiracy charges tied to the Sinaloa Cartel's Los Chapitos faction, alleging bribes and protection in exchange for political support. Mexico received a provisional arrest request for extradition but determined the evidence insufficient under the bilateral treaty, demanding stronger documentation before any detention or handover. Rocha took a temporary leave after the charges, briefly resumed office in August amid party criticism, then stepped aside again; federal reviews continue without arrest. The stalemate reflects Mexico's emphasis on sovereignty and evidentiary standards for sitting or recently serving elected officials, with no formal extradition proceedings advancing as of late September 2026.