CIL prepares applications that explain the specific rule engaged, the decisive facts and how each supporting document answers the relevant issue.
When might deletion be available?
| Potential concern | What the CCF may need to examine |
|---|---|
| Political character | Purpose, context, status of the person, alleged offences and applicable neutrality rules |
| Human rights | Reliable facts about proceedings, treatment risks and applicable human-rights protections |
| Commercial/private dispute | Whether a criminal allegation contains sufficient criminal elements rather than simply non-payment or contract breach |
| Data accuracy | Whether the alleged conduct, identity, legal basis and status are sufficiently clear and current |
| Subsequent judicial developments | Whether a later order changes the lawfulness or relevance of the data |
These categories do not operate automatically. For example, an extradition refusal may be relevant but does not invariably invalidate a Red Notice.
What a persuasive application contains
- A short statement of the relief requested and the specific data at issue, if known.
- A chronology with dates of key events, proceedings and decisions.
- A neutral description of the underlying criminal allegations.
- A rule-based analysis, distinguishing provable facts from inferences.
- A numbered index of annexes and certified translations when needed.
- A list of any urgent risks and grounds for interim action.
The CCF deletion procedure
- Admissibility. The formal requirements must be met, including identity and authority documents where applicable.
- Written review. The CCF may request further information from the applicant, INTERPOL or the data source.
- Determination. The CCF decides whether the data processing complies with the relevant rules.
- Implementation and notification. Where corrective action is ordered, implementation and notification follow the Commission's procedures.
The statutory decision period for deletion is nine months after a request becomes admissible, but extensions are possible. Treat any expected completion date as an estimate, not a guarantee. New requests are submitted through the official portal, subject to the exceptional-circumstances rule.
Deletion, blocking and correction are different
| Mechanism | Role | What it does not do |
|---|---|---|
| Deletion | Removes non-compliant data from INTERPOL's systems after a decision | Automatically erase every domestic record or warrant |
| Correction | Amends personal data where a correction is appropriate | Decide the criminal merits |
| Provisional measure | May restrict processing while a request is examined | Guarantee final deletion |
If immediate detention or extradition is at issue, see provisional measures.
FAQ
Can I file without a lawyer?
The CCF accepts applications from individuals and their duly authorised representatives. Legal assistance can be useful where the record is complex or the grounds require careful substantiation.
What if the country objects to disclosure?
Disclosure may be restricted under the CCF's rules. The reasons and available response depend on the file.
Does deletion end the national prosecution?
No. Domestic judicial and police decisions are separate and may require additional legal work.
Source: CCF submission requirements.