Can a Red Notice be removed if the underlying charges are politically motivated?

Yes, Article 3 of Interpol’s Constitution prohibits INTERPOL from undertaking matters of a predominantly political, military, religious, or racial character. If you can demonstrate that the requesting state is using criminal charges to persecute you for political opposition, journalism, or human rights activism, the CCF may order deletion. Successful challenges require substantial documentary evidence—such as country condition reports, asylum decisions, or NGO documentation—establishing a pattern of persecution. The CCF must decide on a deletion request within nine months of the request being declared admissible (this can be extended in particular cases), though urgent requests may be expedited where ongoing detention is involved.