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Interpol also works to raise awareness of typical international crimes and helps the general public understand how they can protect themselves from becoming victims.

Interpol provides a wide range of resources to its members, including a database of “criminal profiles” and fingerprints, as well as a system for issuing international arrest warrants.

In addition to its work with member countries, Interpol also carries out projects to combat specific types of crime. These include:

Red Notices are subject to periodic review and updating. If necessary, the requesting state may clarify the data, withdraw the notice, or make adjustments.
One of the first and most tangible consequences is the risk of detention when attempting to cross the border. Most Interpol member states integrate red notices into their customs and border databases, so during control, the wanted individual may be detained and handed over to local law enforcement authorities.
Diplomatic missions and immigration services often check applicants against Interpol databases before issuing a visa or residence permit. If there is a red notice, there is a high likelihood of being denied without detailed explanations of the reasons.
Some banks and financial institutions, as part of client verification (for example, when opening an account or issuing a loan), may refer to databases on wanted persons. Detection of a red notice can result in account blocking, denial of transactions, or termination of a contract for security reasons and compliance requirements.
A Red Notice in itself is not a legal instrument obligating a state to carry out an arrest. However, it is often used as an official pretext for detaining a wanted person, after which the extradition process is initiated.

The request for a Red Notice initially comes from the law enforcement authorities of the country where the investigation is being conducted or a verdict has been issued. If that country decides to withdraw the notice (criminal prosecution is terminated, another suspect is identified, an acquittal is issued, or the parties reach a reconciliation), it officially notifies the General Secretariat. After this, Interpol has no grounds to continue publishing the Red Notice, and the notice is removed.
The General Secretariat, which monitors compliance with the Interpol Constitution and internal regulations, may independently cancel a red notice upon identifying violations: non-compliance with the Rules on the Processing of Data (RPD), false information, or political, military, religious, or racial motivation of the case.
The Commission for the Control of Files (CCF) is an independent body of Interpol, authorized to review complaints from individuals or their representatives regarding published notices. If the Commission determines that a notice violates the principles of the Constitution or the rules of Interpol, it may recommend that the General Secretariat delete/cancel a Red Notice. In fact, in most cases, the Secretariat follows the recommendations of the Commission.

Key grounds for the cancellation of Red Notice:

The procedure for terminating a Red Notice is as follows. The requesting state sends an official document to the General Secretariat confirming the cancellation of the notice. An individual or their lawyers may file a complaint with the CCF Commission, arguing that the notice does not comply with the Statute and rules of Interpol.
Employees of the Secretariat verify the grounds for withdrawing the notification. CCF conducts an independent investigation and requests the necessary documents from the applicant and the requesting state. Based on the results, the committee provides a recommendation on the further status of the notification.
In the case of a positive outcome, the notification is removed from the Interpol and national central bureau databases. From that moment, the person is no longer listed as wanted through Interpol.

These are just a few of the many members of Interpol. If you have been arrested in one of these countries or are facing extradition proceedings, you will need to seek experienced legal help immediately.

If you’re unsure how to handle a situation where you’ve been unlawfully charged with a crime, it’s advisable to seek professional advice and assistance from our Interpol solicitors. It’s important to remember the fundamental rule: the sooner you seek legal counsel, the less likely you are to face serious consequences. When reaching out to specialists, you’ll need to provide all available information regarding your case, placing your trust in a team of professionals.

Contact us right now, without putting off solving problems for later. We are ready to start work today, using comprehensive approaches and long-proven methods.