Interpol in Denmark
Denmark has been a member of Interpol since 1923. The NCB Copenhagen is part of the country’s leading national division, enabling local law enforcement agencies to identify, investigate, and prevent global crimes that affect Denmark. It works with offices on every continent to monitor the global crime situation and take preventive measures in Denmark if necessary.
The Danish police command center is part of the National Investigation Center. It’s an integral component of the National Police Operational Center, which monitors national, regional, and global crime situations 24 hours a day.
In Denmark, law enforcement services are provided by the national police, known as “Politiet.” These forces, led by the National Commissioner, fall under the jurisdiction of the Danish Ministry of Justice.
The National Police includes the “Rigspolitiet,” which holds overall responsibility for the 14 police districts of the country, including the districts of the Faroe Islands and Greenland. It is in charge of the overall strategic and tactical framework of the entire police force. Each district has a local commissioner who is responsible for managing the operations of the local police.
The local commissioner works closely with the national commissioner in developing a national law enforcement strategy. The Rigspolitiet is a mechanism for implementing new police initiatives, coordinating special operations.
What problems are associated with red notices?
Being targeted by Interpol’s Red Notice in Denmark can have widespread consequences. It can also significantly impact various aspects of your life. The fact that you’re on Interpol’s wanted list in Denmark could lead to arrest and extradition to the requesting country. Moreover, the effects of an Interpol Red Notice can be felt even before any actions are taken.
Being listed in Interpol’s Red Notice can seriously impact your life and personal freedom. Below, we’ve explored the potential consequences of being subject to a Red Notice:
- Travel Restrictions. If you’re the subject of an Interpol Red Notice, it can seriously hamper your ability to travel freely. As the risk of being arrested at airports or any border crossing points where Interpol databases are checked increases, having your passport scanned could trigger an alert with immigration services, leading to questioning and on-the-spot detention. Consequently, the heightened risk of detention can significantly restrict your freedom to travel without the constant fear of arrest.
- Arrest and Detention. You could be facing a lengthy extradition process if you’re arrested based on an Interpol “red notice.” During these proceedings, you risk being held for a certain period of time if the court believes you’re planning to flee. Moreover, the extradition process itself can be challenging, requiring legal representation and potentially leading to extended periods of detention.
- Reputational damage. Since some of Interpol’s red notices are published on their website, there’s a real risk of serious harm to your reputation in both personal and business matters. Additionally, potential consequences include social isolation, public scrutiny, and stigmatization due to being associated with criminal activity.
- Getting a job can also be complicated by a notice posted online, or if it’s discovered during further background checks. This kind of scrutiny can be particularly damaging if your profession requires licensing or credentials, since having an Interpol red notice against your name could jeopardize your professional status. Regulatory bodies and employers might revoke or suspend licenses, certificates, or memberships, leading to a loss of professional opportunities and income.
- Financial Consequences. Interpol Red Notices can lead to serious disruptions in your personal finances. One example is the freezing of bank accounts. Banks and financial institutions may view an Interpol Red Notice and being sought by international law enforcement as a significant risk, potentially leading to a refusal to start or continue servicing your accounts.
- Extradition, court trials, and politically motivated red notices. If you’re not properly protected against a Red Notice, you’ll have to face extradition and criminal proceedings in the requesting country. This is particularly dangerous if the notice is requested for political reasons. Therefore, it’s crucial to legally protect yourself as early as possible to avoid the start of the extradition process altogether.
Although Denmark’s Interpol claims to check notices for signs of political motivation, countless “red notices” are still being issued. After being deported there, individuals risk facing unfair legal proceedings or the complete absence of such in the requesting country.
If an extradition warrant has already been issued, it’s necessary to challenge it in the local courts and through Interpol itself. Our lawyers will ensure to provide all possible and necessary legal defenses to have your red notice and extradition warrant removed, so you don’t risk being arrested over and over again.
The consequences listed above are just some of the ones that can arise from an Interpol red notice in Denmark and other countries. For many people affected by them, there are far more repercussions, such as visa and residency issues, employment difficulties, family matters, and much more.
How can I find out if there’s a Red Notice against me?
There are public and private Red Notice lists. To check the public list, you just need to visit the Interpol website and review the open data. Check the list of individuals wanted by Interpol in Denmark on the official website. However, not all data are listed there. The rest of the alerts are only available on Interpol’s closed networks, which are accessible only to national law enforcement agencies.
If you need private lists, you can reach out to the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files (CCF) – an independent body within INTERPOL. Applications to the CCF are free and are treated confidentially.
Lawyers specializing in Interpol Red Notices have experience working with international law enforcement organizations, such as Interpol in Denmark. Our attorneys know what information needs to be provided.
How can you contest a red notice in Denmark?
Working with an Interpol Red Notice in Denmark and verifying it is quite a complex task, which involves the following steps:
- Filing a request with the judicial authorities of the country that issued the red notice to remove information. Each country has its own laws and procedures. Our lawyers can gather information in the issuing state, potentially involving local experts.
- Reach out to the authorities of the country you live in and ask them to request Interpol to remove your name from their databases. This isn’t done very often, and to make this happen, you’ll need the assistance of a local lawyer.
- Reach out to CCF and ask them to recommend the removal of your information. This request will need to meet acceptability requirements.
To get a decision on canceling the alert and to remove you from Interpol’s wanted list in Denmark, the agency must be thoroughly and well informed about the relevant aspects of the case.
This could be the following information:
- the nature of the offense. If possible, please provide evidence (photos, videos, eyewitness accounts, news reports, etc.).
- interested party status
- the identity of the data source. If possible, please provide evidence (for example, court decisions on other similar cases, reports from Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International, or other human rights organizations).
- the overall context of the matter. If the red notice arose as a result of a civil dispute, rather than a criminal one, please provide evidence.
- risk of torture. If you believe that there is a danger of being subjected to torture, please try to provide us with information and evidence.
Our lawyers know how to conduct themselves and communicate with Interpol, and specifically with the Commission for the Control of Interpol’s Files (CCF), to prevent the misuse or unauthorized use of confidential information by local National Central Bureaus (NCBs) and officials.
How can we help with the red notice?
Interpol Red Notice offers a swift solution with a red notice from Interpol in Denmark. Our Interpol lawyers handle complex cases related to red notices. When necessary, we collaborate with our international legal network. Interpol lawyers can provide you with legal assistance on criminal law and extradition legislation worldwide.
