Frequently asked questions about gambling Finland’s gambling system is undergoing reform. Please note that the content of this page is based on old legislation and is valid until 30 June 2027. The content will be updated as the effective date of t...

Police en Publications Publication Final report of the project ‘Report on the crime prevention situation’ Tekijät Crime prevention situation report Kurenmaa, Tero Julkaisusarja National Police Board publication series Julkaisuvuosi 2018 Numero 1 I...

Online fraud You may become a victim of fraud when playing video games. The risks are greater if you install additional software or make game-related purchases from sources other than trusted retailers. You may not get what you paid for. In additi...

What you should know about DDoS Hey, you there, read this! Looks like you're interested in hacking and improving your cyber security skills. That's great. But do you know your limitations and responsibilities online? Here on the net, Finnish law a...

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Public disturbances The investigation of various disturbances and offences related to them is part of the police’s duties. Typically, security stewarding duties are performed by uniformed police officers. Public disturbances can occur anywhere peo...

Marketing of gambling Finland’s gambling system is undergoing reform. Please note that the content of this page is partly based on old legislation and is valid until 30 June 2027. The content will be updated as the effective date of the new legisl...

Security stewarding You can move around in public places without fear of or interference from others and without your peace being disturbed. For this purpose, noisy and threatening conduct and carrying dangerous items or substances are not permitt...

5.12.2025 | The Gaming Police project has been awarded the Recognition for Act of Dialogue in Finland

24.3.2026 | Young people online An educator's guide to cybercrime prevention and responsible online behaviour. 2026 Contents 1 Introduction 3 2 Young people online 5 3 What is cybercrime? 7 3.1 Cybercrimes in Finnish legislation 8 3.2 Specific features of cyb...

4.5.2026 | 1 (38) Letter 07.04.2026 Document: ID-26235751 Case: POL-2025-152385 Written guidelines for obliged entities on the prevention of money laundering and terrorist financing in gambling activities Contents Definitions ...................................

5.12.2025 | The Timeout Foundation grants this recognition to an actor who has strengthened dialogue, inclusion, and democracy in Finland.

18.7.2025 | During the summer of 2025, the police have received several cases for investigation, in which a child who has gone into water has been in danger of death or died in the water. The police emphasise that it is the parents’ responsibility to take care of their children. Small children and especially children who cannot swim must be looked after constantly, and water safety equipment in accordance with the law must be provided, such as life jackets when boating.

3.12.2024 | Statement ID-24794938 1 (81) 01.11.2024 POL-2023-12050 NATIONAL POLICE BOARD Gambling Administration Konepajankatu 2, P.O.Box 50, FI-11101 RIIHIMÄKI arpajaishallinto@poliisi.fi Tel. +358 295 480 181 police.fi National Police Board's guidelines on ...

19.7.2024 | Come and meet the police on 10 August at 12 noon–3 pm on Kansalaistori, Itis Shopping Centre and Ylä-Malmin tori.

22.8.2023 | The Official gaming companions project will test and study how the police could intervene with harmful activities and crime in gaming communities and gaming platforms.

9.6.2026 | When the police announce that a person is missing, it is always a serious situation

Recommended decisions Finland’s gambling system is undergoing reform. Please note that applying to the National Police Board for a recommended decision is one of the legal protections available to players under the old legislation. You can apply t...

12.2.2021 | SUMMARY OF THE SUPERVISOR-SPECIFIC RISK ASSESSMENT PURSUANT TO THE ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING ACT NATIONAL POLICE BOARD 29.1.2021 Summary of the supervisor-specific risk assessment pursuant to the Anti-Money Laundering Act2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. General...