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Interpol Red Notice Removal
Mexico is one of the few countries in the world where you can simultaneously challenge a Red Notice through international mechanisms and obtain protection at the national level through COMAR. ARGA combines both tools: the CCF procedure (Interpol Commission for the Control of Files) and Mexican legal mechanisms, creating multi-layered protection against persecution.
Mexico and Interpol: jurisdictional features
Mexico is an Interpol member, but its legal system provides broad protection against extradition for people with legal status in the country. COMAR refugee status is the most reliable legal shield: Mexican law prohibits the extradition of refugees. Alongside COMAR, ARGA runs the CCF procedure to remove the notice itself from Interpol's databases.
The CCF procedure: challenging a Red Notice
A complaint to the Commission for the Control of Files (CCF) is the only mechanism for challenging a Red Notice at the Interpol level itself. The CCF checks the notice against the Interpol Constitution and Rules: political neutrality (Article 3), standards of fair judicial proceedings, the principle of dual criminality. Review takes 6–12 months. ARGA handles the entire CCF procedure, including preparing the memorandum and liaising with the Commission.
COMAR + CCF: synergy of protection
Obtaining COMAR refugee status while a CCF complaint is under review creates double protection: Mexican authorities cannot extradite a refugee to the requesting state, and the CCF gains an additional argument about internationally recognized persecution. Two parallel processes significantly strengthen the client's position.
Extradition defense in Mexico
Even with a bilateral extradition treaty in place, Mexican courts refuse extradition on a number of grounds: the political nature of the persecution, violations of ECHR and international law standards, and the existence of international protection status. ARGA provides court representation in Mexican instances and coordinates strategy with the CCF procedure.
Frequently asked questions
Does COMAR refugee status protect against Interpol?
Refugee status protects against extradition in Mexico: Mexican law prohibits extraditing refugees. However, the Red Notice remains in Interpol's databases and restricts travel to other countries. That's why ARGA runs both procedures simultaneously.
Can I stay in Mexico while the CCF review is ongoing?
Yes. With COMAR refugee status or legal residency, you are safe in Mexico while your CCF complaint is under review.
How long does removing a Red Notice take?
The CCF reviews complaints in 6–12 months. In parallel, ARGA provides protection in Mexico through COMAR, which takes 45–90 business days. This means legal protection begins to apply well before the Red Notice is removed.
Discuss your case
Initial consultation — no upfront payment. We will assess the prospects and propose a defense strategy.