Denmark Orders Police to Formally Register All Reported Crimes
The Danish Ministry of Justice now requires police across Denmark to log every reported crime and stop shelving cases without investigation.
2026年9月16日
/ DANGDI / DANGDI / DANGDI /Police in Denmark must now officially register all reported crimes. Officers can no longer shelve reported cases without investigating them. The Danish Ministry of Justice issued this mandate to national police forces.
The policy change follows recommendations from the National Audit Office. Previously, some reported offenses were set aside without investigation. Under the new directive, every reported crime must become an official case.
This change ensures that all safety incidents receive proper police documentation. It offers stronger legal protection for residents, workers, students, and tourists. The update was reported by CPH Post.
Source: The Copenhagen Post
