What happens if I am arrested on a Red Notice while transiting through a third country?

Arrest procedures vary by jurisdiction. In most European states, you will be brought before a judge within 48–72 hours for a provisional arrest hearing. The requesting country then has a limited window — typically 40 to 60 days — to submit a formal extradition request. During this period, bail is rarely granted for Red Notice detentions. Your immediate priority is challenging the lawfulness of detention under local law while simultaneously filing an urgent request with the CCF for deletion or suspension of the notice. Dual-track defence is essential to avoid prolonged custody.