Temporary Blocking of Red Notice

Our Services: Temporary Blocking of INTERPOL Red Notices

When a Red Notice creates an immediate risk — such as imminent extradition or detention — the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files (CCF) may order a temporary blocking of the data.

This measure suspends the effects of the notice, halts international police cooperation, and prevents further access to the data until the CCF completes its review.

At Otherside, we assist clients in obtaining these urgent measures to protect their rights pending a final determination.

Legal Basis and Purpose of Temporary Blocking

The temporary blocking of a Red Notice is an urgent measure available under Article 37 of the Statute of the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files (CCF).

In exceptional cases, the CCF may adopt provisional measures to protect an individual whose rights are at immediate risk because of data recorded in the INTERPOL Information System (IIS).

A temporary blocking suspends the effects of a Red Notice and prevents further police cooperation through INTERPOL’s channels while the case is under review.

It is designed to ensure compliance with INTERPOL’s rules and to avoid irreparable harm pending the CCF’s final determination.

Temporary blocking of Red Notice before the CCF

When Provisional Measures May Be Granted

The CCF may order the temporary blocking of a Red Notice when it poses an immediate and serious risk to an individual’s rights or safety. These exceptional measures under Article 37 of the CCF Statute apply only when continued circulation could cause irreparable harm or breach INTERPOL’s data rules. Requests are typically considered urgent in the following situations:

Imminent Extradition

Where extradition proceedings are imminent and rely on a Red Notice, the CCF may order the temporary blocking of the notice to prevent arrest or transfer before the legality of the data has been examined.

This measure ensures that international cooperation is suspended while the case is under review.

Detention or Arrest Based on INTERPOL Data

If an individual is detained or subject to arrest because of information in the INTERPOL Information System, the CCF may grant provisional measures to block access to that data.

This prevents further police action derived from the Red Notice pending a full decision on its validity.

Refugee or Protective Status

When an applicant has been granted refugee status or another form of international protection, the continued circulation of a Red Notice may conflict with international law and INTERPOL’s own rules.

The CCF may block the data temporarily to avoid breaches of the principle of non-refoulement and to protect the individual’s rights.

Our Approach

Proceedings for the temporary blocking of a Red Notice require precision, urgency, and familiarity with the internal procedure of the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files (CCF).

At Otherside, we prepare and present emergency requests in accordance with Article 37 of the CCF Statute, ensuring that all conditions for provisional measures are met.

Identification of Grounds for Urgency

We begin by determining the circumstances that justify a provisional measure—such as imminent extradition, detention, or the existence of refugee status. This step ensures that the request meets the CCF’s strict admissibility and urgency criteria.

Preparation of the Application

Each submission is drafted in compliance with Article 37 and the CCF’s established practice on temporary blocking. We include all relevant documentation—judicial records, arrest warrants, or protective decisions—so the CCF can assess the situation without delay.

Submission

Once the application is finalised, we submit the request for temporary blocking directly to the CCF.

Why Choose Otherside

At Otherside, we act exclusively before the CCF.

Our knowledge of INTERPOL’s internal procedure and experience with Article 37 provisional measures allow us to act swiftly and effectively when a client faces urgent risk from a Red Notice.

Specialised Focus

Our practice is entirely devoted to matters before the CCF. This specialisation ensures that every request we file—whether for access, deletion, or temporary blocking of a Red Notice—is prepared in full conformity with the Commission’s procedural and evidentiary standards.

Experience with Urgent Procedures

We understand how the CCF evaluates emergency submissions under Article 37 and what documentation demonstrates genuine urgency. Our familiarity with the Commission’s internal handling of provisional measures allows us to anticipate procedural requirements and avoid delays.

Continuity of Representation

Our representation continues throughout the review process, ensuring the temporary blocking of a Red Notice remains in effect until the case is concluded.

Contact Us

If you are affected by a Red Notice and face immediate consequences such as extradition, detention, or reputational harm, urgent action may be possible before the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files (CCF). We assist in preparing and submitting requests for the temporary blocking of Red Notices under Article 37 to suspend data circulation pending the CCF’s review. For a confidential consultation or to assess whether your case qualifies for provisional measures, contact Otherside.