Amending EO 12425 Designating Interpol as a Public Intl. Organization
Dec 21, 2009
Signed by: Barack Obama
Signed on: Dec 16, 2009
Published on: Dec 21, 2009
Dec 21, 2009
Signed by: Barack Obama
Signed on: Dec 16, 2009
Published on: Dec 21, 2009
Summary
Changes a past order to give the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) the same protections and special rights as other global groups.
What problem does this solve?
The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) did not have full legal protections in the United States. This order removes the old limits, giving INTERPOL the same rights as other international groups.
What does this order do?
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Amending Executive Order 12425 Designating Interpol as a Public International Organization Entitled To Enjoy Certain Privileges, Exemptions, and Immunities
Grants Full Immunities to INTERPOL
Removes previous exceptions to give the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) full privileges, exemptions, and immunities under the International Organizations Immunities Act.
Who does this affect?
- International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL)
- U.S. Law Enforcement Agencies
What is the real world impact?
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Strengthens international police cooperation
Grants INTERPOL full diplomatic immunities, allowing it to operate more effectively within the United States by protecting its assets and records from search and seizure, which helps in global law enforcement efforts.
When does this start?
This order became effective on December 16, 2009.