INTERPOL’s decision on Ofori-Atta: What it means for his U.S. bond hearing and the legal road ahead

Recent reports indicate that INTERPOL has removed the Red Notice issued in relation to Mr. Ken Ofori-Atta. His lawyers have stated that INTERPOL concluded the request carried a “predominantly political” character under its neutrality rules.

It is important to understand what this means and what it does not mean.

INTERPOL does not determine guilt or innocence. It does not conduct trials. Its role is to facilitate international police cooperation between member countries. However, INTERPOL operates under strict constitutional rules, including a neutrality provision that prohibits involvement in matters of a political character.

Source: www.myjoyonline.com

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