How do I find my INTERPOL record?
This can be done via their INTERPOL National Central Bureau, or directly at the frontline, for instance by specialized crime units and border officials. Databases are accessed via I-24/7, our secure global police communications system.
What are INTERPOL records?
The INTERPOL illicit Arms Records and tracing Management System (iARMS) is the only global law enforcement platform to support the transnational tracing of illicit, lost or stolen firearms. It improves information exchange and cooperation between law enforcement agencies on terrorism and other firearm-related crimes.
How do I know if I am wanted by INTERPOL?
A ‘Red Notice’ is usually given to those who have committed serious crimes, like murder, fraud, kidnapping, and the like. First, head to the official INTERPOL website here. Then on the top right-hand corner of the homepage, click on ‘Wanted persons’.
What crimes are reported to INTERPOL?
- Counterfeit currency and documents.
- Crimes against children.
- Cultural heritage crime.
- Cybercrime.
- Drug Trafficking.
- Environmental crime.
- Financial crime.
- Firearms trafficking.
Who are the people who work for Interpol?
Only police can work for INTERPOL. The General Secretariat employs around 1,000 staff members from 100 different countries. Approximately one-third are police officers deployed by their governments while two-thirds are international civil servants recruited by the Organization.
How are Interpol databases used for law enforcement?
Countries can make this access available to their frontline law enforcement officers at airports, sea ports and land border crossings. Border checks against INTERPOL databases provide information in real-time, allowing officials to detain potential criminals on the spot. Countries can also cross-check this data against their national databases.
When did the International Criminal Police Commission become Interpol?
Interpol. It was established in 1923 as the International Criminal Police Commission ( ICPC ); it chose INTERPOL as its telegraphic address in 1946, and made it its common name in 1956.
Can a private citizen report a crime to Interpol?
Private citizens should report crimes or provide information on criminals via their local police department or law enforcement agency, which may contact INTERPOL Washington if international assistance is required. Can a private citizen report a crime, or provide tips on fugitives or other criminal activities to INTERPOL or INTERPOL Washington?