Interpol Uncovered: Red Notices, Myths & the Reality of Global Policing

In this episode of Full Comment, the Corker Binning Crime Team go global, unpacking the reality behind Interpol following the BBC documentary Wanted: The Interpol Files. From red notices and diffusions to data protection, human rights safeguards, and the real-world impact on individuals, this episode cuts through the myths and explains how Interpol really works.Danielle Reece-Greenhalgh and Edward Grange explore common misconceptions (no, Interpol doesn’t arrest people), how national authorities interact with Interpol through National Central Bureaus, and why red notices can have life-changing consequences, even when no arrest ever happens.They also look at Interpol’s successes in tackling cross-border crime, the role of the Commission for the Control of Interpol’s Files (CCF), and the growing tension between global police cooperation and domestic criminal justice systems.Whether you’re curious about international law, concerned about travel risks, or want a clearer understanding of how global policing operates behind the scenes, this episode offers practical insight grounded in real legal experience.