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Interpol Red Notice in Italy

What Are Interpol’s Red Notices?

A Red Notice from Interpol is a notification sent to police forces around the world requesting the arrest of an individual based on an arrest warrant issued by a judicial authority in a country. It’s used to locate and detain individuals suspected of committing serious crimes in another country, in order to ensure their extradition or handover once arrested.

An Interpol Red Notice can only be issued if the following cumulative conditions are met:

  • The offense in question is considered a serious common law offense. The General Secretariat maintains a list of such offenses, which is to be updated and distributed to national central offices and international organizations.
  • The crime for which the individual is accused is punishable by a maximum fine for a period of not less than two years or a more severe penalty.
  • If a person is wanted for the execution of a sentence, the term of punishment, even the remaining portion, must be at least six months.
  • The request is of interest for the purposes of international police cooperation.

How to Know If You’re on an International Wanted List?

Even if you find yourself on Interpol’s international wanted list, there’s no need to panic right away, because it doesn’t always mean you’re guilty. Interpol’s role is to facilitate international cooperation among law enforcement agencies and to assist in the search and arrest of individuals suspected of committing serious crimes, including:

  • Terrorism: Individuals involved in or suspected of activities related to terrorism, including planning, funding, or carrying out attacks.
  • Organized crime refers to individuals involved in criminal enterprises such as illegal drug trafficking, human trafficking, money laundering, and cybercrime.
  • War crimes: Individuals suspected of committing war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide.
  • Serious crimes: Individuals wanted for serious crimes, such as murder, sexual offenses, and kidnapping.

If you’re worried that there’s an Interpol red notice out on you, start by consulting with a lawyer to check for any legal proceedings related to being wanted by Interpol. After that, you can also:

  • Visit the Interpol website to find out if your name is on the list of wanted criminals. Interpol maintains a public database called the “Red Notice List”. This list from Interpol includes information on Italians wanted for criminal activities worldwide.
  • Submit a request to Interpol to check if your name is in the Interpol database for Italians and others being sought. In some cases, Interpol will provide such information.
  • If your name is in Interpol’s database for the search of Italians (with a risk of being arrested), you can submit a request to cancel the Interpol red notice.
  • You can request information about the availability of an Interpol red notice by sending a request directly to the Interpol Commission for the Control of Files (CCF). The Interpol Commission for the Control of Files is the body that checks the validity of red notices and decides on the removal of those that violate basic human rights. It oversees Interpol’s search operations in Italy and other countries.

To request the removal of someone from Interpol’s database for wanted Italians, it must be done by an experienced lawyer based on a protective order that outlines the reasons for the request. The request must be submitted in one of the languages chosen by the Interpol Commission (English, French, Spanish, or Arabic).

How can we assist you with Interpol matters?

The company Interpol Red Notice operated on behalf of numerous celebrities from around the world and has acquired unparalleled depth of knowledge in this evolving and complex area of law.

Our Interpol legal team often works directly with Interpol, presenting compelling reasons for why a notice should be withdrawn and the search by Interpol in Italy should be halted.

In some cases, it might just be because the country didn’t retract the notification or update their local database. There can also be more complex issues involving fair legal proceedings and political motivations. This could mean that the notification was issued incorrectly and – considering the current laws – should be withdrawn.

Our Interpol legal team has recently made significant strides in getting red notices removed and convincing Interpol to agree not to issue red notices or prevent their distribution through its systems as a preventive measure.

If Interpol notices are not withdrawn, we work with the relevant authorities in Italy and abroad to try to ensure that improperly motivated red notices do not take effect in this jurisdiction, in order to secure safe passage for our clients and to garner international support for their removal and the cessation of Interpol’s search for them in Italy.

When necessary, we tap into our global legal network to train attorneys in the jurisdiction requesting a Red Notice. Local lawyers maintain communication with the relevant law enforcement agencies to gather information that can help us achieve the removal of the Red Notice and halt Interpol’s search in Italy.

When an extradition request is received, our team of in-house Interpol lawyers works with local law firms to ensure that the individual will not be extradited.

Getting an Interpol red notice removed is a complex process that requires a deep understanding of international law and the specifics of how Interpol operates. Specialized legal consultations play a key role in this process for several reasons:

  • Understanding legal norms: Lawyers who specialize in international law have the necessary knowledge about legal norms and procedures related to red notices. They can help understand what grounds can be used to request the removal of a notice and to stop an Interpol search in Italy.
  • Evidence Collection: Experts can assist in gathering the necessary documents and evidence to prove the illegality or unfounded nature of the issuance of a red notice. This may include testimonies, expert opinions, and other materials.
  • Preparing legal documents: Proper preparation and formatting of legal documents is a crucial step in the process of removing a notice. Mistakes in the documentation can lead to a denial of the request, so professional assistance is extremely important here.
  • Representation in international bodies: Lawyers can represent a client’s interests in international organizations and bodies, which increases the chances of successfully resolving the case.
  • Defense strategy: Specialized lawyers can develop a defense strategy that takes into account the unique circumstances of the case, which can significantly impact the outcome of the proceedings.
  • Psychological support: The process of removing a red notice can be stressful and emotionally taxing. Professional lawyers can provide support to clients, helping them cope with the pressure and anxiety.
  • Up-to-date knowledge on Interpol practices: Lawyers with experience working with Interpol are aware of the current trends and changes in the organization’s practices, enabling them to act more effectively in their client’s interest.

Thus, specialized legal consultations are an important element in the process of removing an Interpol red notice, ensuring a comprehensive approach and increasing the likelihood of a successful outcome.

Dr. Anatoliy Yarovyi
Senior Partner