Anyone can report an offence. The police conduct a pre-trial investigation of the offence, and the prosecutor decides whether to bring charges.
Report an offence primarily in the police e-servicesOpens in a new window.. You can also report the offence at a police station or by phone.
The police open a pre-trial investigation if they suspect an offence. The head investigator decides on the investigation's scope. If an offence has taken place, the case is referred to a prosecutor.
If someone threatens your life, health, freedom or peace, you can apply for a restraining order.