An INTERPOL law firm is built on one thing: knowing how the CCF actually decides. Not a court, but a supervisory body with its own procedures, its own standards, and its own case law. Six years inside the Commission taught us exactly how cases are won and lost.
Practice Areas

What an INTERPOL Law Firm Does

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Red Notice Removal

Deletion requests challenging notices that fail to comply with INTERPOL’s Constitution, the RPD, or CCF case law.
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Preemptive Requests

Filing arguments with the CCF before a politically or commercially motivated notice enters the system.
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Data Access Requests

Establishing what INTERPOL holds, which NCB originated the data, and what legal basis was cited.
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Temporary Blocking

Immediate suspension of access to contested data while the CCF considers the merits.
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Applications for Revision

Reopening cases under Article 42 where new facts have emerged or circumstances changed.
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Support for Law Firms

INTERPOL analysis and CCF submissions for criminal defence, immigration, and corporate counsel.
INTERPOL law firm reviewing a Red Notice on a mobile device before filing a CCF deletion request
INTERPOL case files prepared by Otherside INTERPOL law firm for a CCF submission
Why Otherside

Why Choose This INTERPOL Law Firm

An INTERPOL Law Firm Built on Institutional Knowledge

Six years inside the CCF means we know how the Commission reasons, what it looks for, and where most submissions fall short.

One Practice, Full Depth

We do not practice general criminal law, extradition, or sanctions compliance. INTERPOL law is all we do. Every engagement gets the full depth of the practice, not a generalist’s best guess.

Direct CCF Engagement

We handle the procedural relationship with the Commission directly. Filing, correspondence, supplementary submissions, and follow-up are managed by the team that understands how the CCF operates from the inside.

The Firm
About the Founder
Six years as a Legal Officer at the CCF. The background behind the practice and why it exists.
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The Firm
Results
Temporary blocking orders, deletion decisions, and Red Notice removals before the CCF. Selected case results across multiple jurisdictions.
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The Firm
Press Mentions
Media coverage and external references to the firm’s work in INTERPOL and CCF matters.
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Notice Types

INTERPOL Notices We Challenge

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Red Notices

Seeking the location and provisional arrest of a wanted person with a view to extradition. Governed by Article 82 of the RPD.

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Yellow Notices

Issued to help locate missing persons or identify persons unable to identify themselves. Governed by Article 88 of the RPD.

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Blue Notices

Requesting the collection of additional information about a person in relation to a criminal matter. Governed by Article 87 of the RPD.

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04

Green Notices

Warning about persons considered to pose a possible threat to public safety. Governed by Article 89 of the RPD.

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Process

How a CCF Engagement Works

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Confidential Assessment

We assess whether your case falls within the scope of this INTERPOL law firm’s representation. That means understanding the notice type, the underlying charges, any judicial decisions, extradition history, and whether there is a political dimension or human rights concern. We only take cases where we can make a difference.

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Data and Drafting

A data access request confirms what INTERPOL holds. We then draft the substantive submission, framing arguments in terms the Commission expects and structuring evidence to mirror the CCF’s own analytical framework.

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Filing and Resolution

The CCF operates a written procedure with no oral hearing. We handle filing, procedural correspondence, and supplementary submissions through to resolution. Where urgency requires it, temporary blocking can run in parallel with the main request.

Common Questions

INTERPOL Law Firm FAQ

What is an INTERPOL law firm?
An INTERPOL law firm is a legal practice that focuses on challenging data recorded in INTERPOL’s files, primarily through the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files (CCF). This includes requesting the deletion of Red Notices, diffusions, and other records that do not comply with INTERPOL’s rules.
Do I need a lawyer based in France to challenge an INTERPOL notice?
No. The CCF operates a written procedure. There is no requirement for physical presence in France or in any particular jurisdiction. We represent clients from every region and handle the entire process remotely.
What is the CCF?
The Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files is the independent body responsible for ensuring that INTERPOL’s processing of personal data complies with its Constitution and Rules. Any person may submit a request to the CCF to access, correct, or delete data concerning them in INTERPOL’s files. The CCF’s decisions are binding on INTERPOL.
How long does it take to remove a Red Notice?
Timelines depend on the type of request and current CCF workload. The statutory timeframes set out in the INTERPOL legal framework are four months for data access requests and nine months for deletion requests, but backlogs can extend these. Temporary blocking can be obtained in parallel where the circumstances justify it.
Can you help if another law firm is handling my criminal case?
Yes. We regularly work alongside criminal defence teams, immigration lawyers, and corporate counsel. We handle the INTERPOL-specific component while the referring firm manages the broader case.
What does a consultation involve?
An initial consultation is a confidential assessment of your situation. We review the facts, identify the relevant notice or data in INTERPOL’s files, and advise on whether a CCF challenge is viable and what the realistic prospects are. If we can help, we set out the next steps. If we cannot, we say so.
Facing an INTERPOL Notice?

Otherside is an INTERPOL law firm providing confidential representation before the CCF for individuals and companies challenging Red Notices, diffusions, and other data in INTERPOL’s files. Founded by a former CCF Legal Officer with six years inside the Commission.

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