Being accused of a crime in your home country is one thing.
But being stopped at a foreign airport due to a Red Notice issued by Interpol — that’s a whole other level of legal danger.
This case was far from ordinary.
It was an international extradition request based on allegations of embezzlement and abuse of power — and we won.
The Background:
Our client — a foreign national — was intercepted upon arriving at Dubai Airport based on a Red Notice issued by an Asian country.
Authorities claimed she was wanted for financial crimes and began fast-track procedures to hand her over.
Our Legal Strategy:
The legal team at Othman Al Marzooqi Advocates moved swiftly and precisely to block the extradition:
- No Bilateral Treaty: The requesting country had no valid extradition agreement with the UAE.
- Doubts About Judicial Fairness: We submitted official international reports revealing serious concerns about fair trials and human rights in the requesting country.
- Real Risk of Harm: Evidence indicated she could face persecution or mistreatment if returned.
- No Crime Under UAE Law: We argued that the charges, even if true, didn’t constitute a punishable offense under Emirati legislation.
The Verdict:
After intense hearings, the UAE court rejected the extradition request and ordered the immediate release of the client.
A clear victory grounded in law, strategy, and human rights advocacy.
Why We Share This?
Because sometimes justice means saying “No.”
No to rushing into extradition.
No to putting someone at risk without due process.
This case proves that even international pressure can be resisted — when the law is on your side.