Challenging an INTERPOL Red Notice After Wrongful Conviction in Romania
The lawyers conducted an in-depth analysis of the case, filed an appeal with the INTERPOL File Control Commission to remove the red notice associated with the erroneous conviction, and protected the client from further legal complications.
Case Overview
A client sought urgent legal assistance to remove an INTERPOL Red Notice issued after being wrongfully convicted in Romania. He was sentenced to 24 years in prison for financial crimes allegedly connected to his older brother, who had political conflicts with the Romanian government and was accused of serious financial offenses and kidnapping.
The client, however, was merely an employee at his brother’s company and had no involvement in any criminal activities. Despite this, he was convicted alongside his brother and received an unjust prison sentence. Now, facing serious international travel restrictions due to the Red Notice, he sought legal help to clear his name and explore the best possible legal solutions.
Challenging a Politically Motivated Conviction
Our legal team conducted an in-depth review of the case, focusing on key areas:
- Verifying the INTERPOL Red Notice to confirm the charges and the originating Romanian authorities responsible for the request.
- Assessing the conviction’s legal flaws, particularly if due process violations or political motivations played a role in the prosecution.
- Determining whether the conviction violated INTERPOL’s rules, which prohibit politically motivated Red Notices.
- Filing an appeal with INTERPOL’s Commission for the Control of Files (CCF) to request the removal of the notice based on the lack of fair trial guarantees.
- Exploring legal avenues for reopening the case in Romania or seeking international legal support to contest the conviction.
Since INTERPOL is not allowed to issue notices for politically motivated or unfair convictions, proving that the client was wrongfully sentenced due to his family ties was critical for the success of the removal request.
Result
Following our legal intervention, INTERPOL agreed to review the case based on the client’s wrongful conviction claims and lack of direct involvement in the crimes. While the case remains under evaluation, the client has gained key legal protections to challenge the Red Notice and prevent further legal complications.
This case highlights the risks of politically influenced criminal prosecutions and the importance of legal expertise in contesting wrongful Red Notices. Our firm continues to assist individuals in removing unjust INTERPOL notices and restoring their legal rights.
