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The lawyers filed a request with Interpol to verify active notices, developed a strategy to address the problem and provided legal advice to the client.
Case Overview
A client encountered unexpected issues at border control upon arriving in Tirana, Albania, from Vienna. Border authorities informed the client that there was an unspecified issue related to Interpol but provided no further details. The client was held for an hour, had their address in Albania recorded, and was released. A similar incident occurred on departure when the client attempted to return to Vienna. After passport scans and questioning, border officials stated that they could not determine the exact issue but allowed the client to proceed. The client sought legal assistance to understand and resolve the problem.
Legal Challenges in Identifying Interpol-Related Travel Restrictions
This case presented several legal complexities:
- Lack of Transparency: Border authorities could not specify whether the issue was an Interpol Arrest Warrant, a notice, or a mistaken identity.
- Uncertain Legal Standing: Without clear details, the client faced uncertainty regarding potential future detentions or travel bans.
- Multiple Jurisdictions Involved: The problem originated at an Albanian border but could have been initiated by another country’s request.
- Accessing Interpol Records: The need for legal intervention to verify the existence and details of any active Interpol alerts.
Result
The legal team initiated a formal request to review the client’s Interpol status and identify any active notices or warrants. A strategic approach was developed to clarify the issue with Interpol authorities and prevent future travel disruptions. The client received legal guidance on how to respond to further inquiries at border control and potential legal steps to contest any erroneous listings.
