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Interpol Blue Notices

Interpol blue notices are significant alerts that must not be overlooked. They are utilised for gathering information about individuals involved in crimes. Ignoring such notifications can lead to severe consequences, including arrest and international legal complications. Therefore, it’s crucial to have a reliable solicitor who will ensure the protection of your rights and interests at every stage of the process. A professional lawyer possesses the knowledge and experience necessary to safeguard your rights and interests and to minimise potential risks and consequences.

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What is an INTERPOL Blue Notice?

An Interpol Blue Notice is one of the Inteprol Notices intended to collect additional information about a person suspected of a crime: their identity, whereabouts, and activities. This notice assists in establishing their contacts and connections, playing a crucial role in international investigations. Blue Notices are typically used to locate individuals evading justice, witnesses, and victims of crimes.

The information contained in blue notices includes basic biographical details such as name, date and place of birth, photographs, and fingerprints, as well as a description of potential crimes and the suspect’s whereabouts. The notice is distributed to all Interpol member states so that they can provide information that aids in the search for and identification of the individual in question.

Who is the Subject of Blue Notice?

A request for a blue notice can be directed at various categories of individuals, including those who have been convicted or accused of a crime, suspects, witnesses, and victims. This enables international law enforcement agencies to share information to assist in the investigations and legal proceedings concerning such individuals.

  • Immigrants with illegal status. These individuals are in the country without the appropriate permission or documentation. They may be subject to blue notices in order to establish their identity and organise their return to their country of origin or a country where they have the right to reside.
  • International criminals. This includes the organisers and participants of criminal groups involved in illegal activities such as drug trafficking, arms smuggling, or human trafficking. They are often sought for extradition and prosecution for crimes committed in various countries.
  • Suspected terrorists. Individuals who may have links to terrorist organisations or are suspected of committing terrorist acts. A blue notice helps to identify them and coordinate actions for their arrest and to prevent potential threats.
  • Criminals on the loose. This includes individuals who have committed serious crimes such as murder, kidnapping, or other violent acts and are currently evading justice. Interpol assists in coordinating international searches and their apprehension for legal proceedings.
  • Individuals involved in corruption. These can be public servants, businesspeople, or officials suspected of abusing power, corruption, money laundering, or other economic crimes. Interpol assists in gathering information and determining their whereabouts to initiate legal proceedings.

Blue notices play a pivotal role in international cooperation in the fight against crime and the maintenance of law and order, enabling various countries to collaborate in the search and apprehension of suspects.

The Process for Issuing an INTERPOL Blue Notice?

Interpol issues blue notices to seek the location and identification of suspects at the request of the General Secretariat or the International Criminal Court. The request must contain the following information about the suspect:

  • personal data;
  • photo;
  • date of birth;
  • fingerprints;
  • details of the crime;
  • possible location.

After being checked and approved, the notification will be sent out to all Interpol member states. Suspects are informed about the issuance of a blue notice in the following ways:

  • through the national law enforcement agencies;
  • through national and international databases;
  • through contacts within government institutions;
  • when checking documents at the airport or elsewhere.

How to Delete Interpol Blue Notice?

The information stored in Interpol is not publicly accessible and can be obtained only by a solicitor or upon request from an official law enforcement agency.

To delete records, the following steps must be taken:

  1. Legal consultation with a qualified solicitor specialising in international law and data privacy issues.
  2. Along with your solicitor prepare the necessary documents and requests in accordance with Interpol’s rules and procedures.
  3. Inteprol solicitor submits an official request to Interpol, including your details and the reasons why you are asking to have your information removed or your status amended.
  4. Monitore the progress of the case. Your solicitor will keep an eye on how your request is being handled and act in your best interests.

When can Blue Notice become Red Notice?

Blue and red notifications pertain to different categories within communication systems at workplaces and in organisations. The primary differences between them are as follows:

Blue notification
  • Information and warning messages.
  • Typically used for exchanging information or requests.
  • Do not imply legal liability or obligations.
Red notification:
  • Official notification of an important action or decision.
  • May involve legal consequences or obligations.
  • Require serious consideration and response.

It is not unusual for INTERPOL to issue a Blue Notice prior to a Red Notice or Diffusion Notice, especially in instances involving serious common-law offenses. When there is a substantial and immediate danger to public safety, a Blue Notice might be succeeded by a Red Notice or Diffusion Notice to expedite the arrest of an individual for extradition, pending prosecution, or to serve a sentence. Consequently, it is important for clients to promptly reach out to their attorneys to take necessary legal measures upon the issuance of a Blue Notice.

Which of our lawyers work with Interpol Blue Notices?

Dmytro Konovalenko, is a lawyer with many years of experience in dealing with the Interpol Notices. Dmytro has successfully challenged Red, Green and Blue Notices for clients from Europe, Asia, the Far East.

Anatoliy Yarovyi, lawyer, Doctor of Laws. Anatoliy specializes in appeals against INTERPOL Notices, including Red, Green and Blue notices.

Legal Assistance at Intercollegium Law Firm

If you’ve been issued with a blue notice, don’t delay in getting in touch with us. Our dependable solicitors specialise in this area and have extensive experience in such matters. We can assist you in removing the blue notice, and if you’re unsure whether one has been issued against you, we can help identify it. The benefits of our firm include:

  1. Our specialists possess a profound knowledge and understanding of all aspects of international law. They are sufficiently qualified to successfully resolve the most complex cases.
  2. Years of experience working with clients around the world means we’re well-versed in all the intricacies and nuances of the removal process under a blue notice.
  3. Our professional approach and dedication to each client guarantee the provision of services of the highest standard.
  4. Your information is kept in the strictest confidence. We guarantee full protection of your data.
  5. Our offices are located in many countries, which allows us to quickly respond to client requests from anywhere in the world.

For comprehensive professional support and robust protection of your rights, please do not hesitate to contact us!

Dr. Anatoliy Yarovyi
Senior Partner
Anatoliy Yarovyi is a doctor of Law, holds a Master’s degree in Law from Lviv University and Stanford University. He was one of the candidates for a judgeship at the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR). Specializes in representing clients’ interests at the ECHR and Interpol in matters concerning extradition, personal and business reputation, data protection, and freedom of movement.

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    FAQs

    How to Get an INTERPOL Background Check?

    To get an INTERPOL background check, it is necessary to submit your request to the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL (CCF). The request must meet Inteprol requirements. It is advisable to consult a lawyer who specializes in international law or criminal records. A lawyer can help you understand the requirements, ensure all necessary documents are correctly submitted, and assist in addressing any legal implications that may arise from the background check.

    What Does INTERPOL Actually Do?

    INTERPOL facilitates international police cooperation to combat transnational crime. It maintains crime databases, issues notices like Red Notices for arrest, coordinates international operations, provides training and resources, focuses on specific crimes with specialized units, operates a secure communication network, and assists in disaster response.

    How Does INTERPOL Work?

    INTERPOL operates by facilitating international law enforcement cooperation among its member countries. Each member country has an NCB (National Central Bureaus) that serves as the main point of contact with INTERPOL. Organization maintains databases on criminals, stolen property, missing persons, fingerprints, and DNA profiles, accessible to all member countries. INTERPOL issues various notices, such as Red Notices for locating and arresting individuals, and other notices for identifying persons or warning about criminal activities. It supports international operations, joint investigations, and provides specialized training and resources.

    What is an INTERPOL Red Notice?

    An INTERPOL Red Notice is a request to law enforcement worldwide to locate and provisionally arrest a person pending extradition, surrender, or similar legal action. It is issued at the request of a member country based on a valid national arrest warrant.

    How do I challenge an Interpol Red Notice?

    We can help you find out if you have a Red Notice. We can also make a preliminary request. It is often the case that, before being placed on the Interpol wanted list, a person, due to the existence of high profile or politically motivated criminal proceedings infected against them, admits to being placed on the red notice wanted Interpol red list. Given this fact, he is entitled to apply to the Commission for an advance. Upon receipt of information about a false or unconfirmed accusation, a special Interpol Red Notice advice may decide to remove the suspect from the Interpol red notice list. This helps to block Red Notice and prepare your defense. In addition, we can help you to prepare your case and appeal against your unlawful Red Notice. Interpol red notice investigation law firms can also provide Interpol red notice defense.

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