How to Cancel an Interpol Red Notice?

How to Cancel an Interpol Red Notice?

What is an Interpol Red Notice?

A Red Notice is an international request for the location and provisional arrest of a person for extradition purposes. Although it is not an arrest warrant in itself, many countries treat it as such, which can result in automatic detentions, travel restrictions, and severe reputational damage.

Can a Red Notice be Canceled?

Yes. It is possible to request the cancellation, correction, or deletion of a Red Notice if it violates fundamental rights or does not comply with the criteria established by Interpol’s Rules on the Processing of Data.

In What Cases Can a Red Notice Be Canceled?

There are several situations where a Red Notice is unlawful or improper:

1. Political Motives or Persecution

Interpol prohibits issuing alerts when there are indications of persecution based on political, military, racial, or religious grounds.

2. Statute of Limitations or Closed Case

If the criminal proceedings have been closed, archived, declared time-barred, or the arrest warrant has been withdrawn in the requesting country.

3. Violations of Due Process

When it is demonstrated that the issuance of the notice violates the right to defense, the presumption of innocence, or the principle of double jeopardy.

4. Granted Political Asylum

If the affected person has been granted international protection or asylum in another country for the same facts.

What Is the Procedure for Cancelling a Red Notice?

The request must be submitted to the Commission for the Control of Interpol’s Files (CCF), the body responsible for overseeing the legality of data processing within Interpol.

Main Steps:

  • Case analysis and review of existing documentation.
  • Preparation of the formal request, based on strong legal arguments and relevant evidence.
  • Submission to the CCF, with a detailed explanation of the facts.
  • Follow-up on the procedure, which may take between 6 and 12 months.

What Are the Consequences of a Red Notice?

  • Arrest at border crossings or in foreign territories.
  • Inability to travel freely.
  • Freezing of bank accounts or economic restrictions.
  • Severe reputational damage.

How Can Fukuro Legal Assist You?

At Fukuro Legal, we have expert criminal defense lawyers specializing in international criminal law and extraditions. We have successfully handled proceedings before Interpol for the cancellation of Red Notices, extradition defense, and the protection of fundamental rights.

Legal case review
Drafting and submission of the request to the CCF
Defense in parallel proceedings (criminal, asylum, or administrative cases)
Multilingual representation (Spanish, English, and German)

Contact an Expert Interpol Lawyer

Do you suspect that a Red Notice has been issued against you? Do you need urgent assistance to regain your freedom of movement and protect your reputation?