INTERPOL Blog

The Vanishing Preemptive Request: Uncertainty at the CCF’s New INTERPOL Portal

The launch of the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files’ (“CCF”) new online portal has created significant uncertainty regarding the status and handling of preemptive requests before INTERPOL.

GYH Experts Cited in Landmark Freedom House Report on Transnational Repression

Transnational repression is a difficult concept to define precisely. Indeed, as Freedom House observes, a definition “does not need to enumerate all of the tactics of transnational repression, because tactics can evolve.” But “transnational repression is committed by states and their proxies, against individuals living abroad who share a national connection to the origin state, and hinders fundamental rights such as the freedoms of expression, belief, and association.”Managing Partner Sandra Grossman, Attorney Ariel Rawls, Of Counsel Charlie Magri and Counsel Dr. Ted R. Bromund – submitted comments on the CPD’s third public request, focusing on whether applicants should be explicitly included in Article 34 “Consultations” when the CCF seeks additional information. The change to the RPD was minor: Article 94 on “Stolen Work of Art Notices” was deleted because, following the creation of a public Works of Art database, the notice system had not been used for years and was considered obsolete.

GYH Authors Assess Transparency of INTERPOL’s Corrective Measures in Harvard International Law Journal

Corrective measures are codified in INTERPOL’s Rules on the Processing of Data (RPD). These measures include enhanced supervision of a National Central Bureau (NCB), temporary suspension of processing rights, and, in serious cases, restrictions (including suspension of access or processing rights) that must be approved by INTERPOL’s Executive Committee. Managing Partner Sandra Grossman, Attorney Ariel Rawls, Of Counsel Charlie Magri and Counsel Dr. Ted R. Bromund – submitted comments on the CPD’s third public request, focusing on whether applicants should be explicitly included in Article 34 “Consultations” when the CCF seeks additional information. The change to the RPD was minor: Article 94 on “Stolen Work of Art Notices” was deleted because, following the creation of a public Works of Art database, the notice system had not been used for years and was considered obsolete.

Breaking Down the Latest News from INTERPOL’s CCF

In early April, representatives of GYH assessed the latest news from the CCF in an article in the International Enforcement Law Reporter. Theteam noted that, according to the CCF’s own Annual Report for 2024, the CCF continues to be seriously delayed in deciding on many submissions.

GYH Contributes to CCF Statute Review

The INTERPOL Committee on the Processing of Data (CPD) is reviewing the Statute of the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files (CCF), the body that ensures personal data is handled according to INTERPOL rules. This review is part of INTERPOL’s effort to increase transparency and invite input from practitioners. Managing Partner Sandra Grossman, Attorney Ariel Rawls, Of Counsel Charlie Magri and Counsel Dr. Ted R. Bromund – submitted comments on the CPD’s third public request, focusing on whether applicants should be explicitly included in Article 34 “Consultations” when the CCF seeks additional information. The change to the RPD was minor: Article 94 on “Stolen Work of Art Notices” was deleted because, following the creation of a public Works of Art database, the notice system had not been used for years and was considered obsolete.

Corrective Measures and the Problem of Transparency at INTERPOL

GYH recently authored an article for the Harvard International Law Journal examining concerns surrounding INTERPOL’s neutrality.

INTERPOL Adopts Changes to CCF Statute and Rules on the Data Processing

At its November 24–27, 2025 meeting in Marrakech, the INTERPOL General Assembly adopted amendments to both the Rules on the Processing of Data (RPD) and the Statute of the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files (CCF). The change to the RPD was minor: Article 94 on “Stolen Work of Art Notices” was deleted because, following the creation of a public Works of Art database, the notice system had not been used for years and was considered obsolete.

CCF Announces 2026 Session Dates as Red Notice Deletion Requests Continue to Rise

The Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files (CCF) has announced its session dates for 2026. These sessions are when the CCF reviews requests to access, correct, or delete data held in INTERPOL’s systems, including Red Notices.

Impact of Interpol Red Notices with France 24

In an interview with France 24, Managing Partner Sandra Grossman discussed how Interpol plays a critical role in addressing the realities of globalized crime and facilitating international law enforcement cooperation. She emphasized that Interpol has clear benefits when used appropriately and has achieved meaningful successes in legitimate cross-border investigations.