A domestic burglary violates the protection of one’s home Burglaries are regrettably common these days, and are committed all year round. The police always investigates burglaries as aggravated theft. Burglaries are typically committed by Finnish ...

16.6.2026 | Western Uusimaa Police Department wants to remind people about road safety and the possibility to use online services also during the Midsummer weekend.

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Police en Newsroom Blog Violence, disruptive behaviour and noise cause house calls for the police at New Year 24.1.2025 9.59 Blog At New Year, police duties include maintaining public order and security. After the New Year, we often get to read re...

In the Western Uusimaa area, police services will be available with partially limited opening hours during the summer of 2026. Summer brings changes to the opening hours of Kirkkonummi and Raasepori Police Stations. Find the details here . × Close...

Fight corruption Corruption is the misuse of influence for the purpose of gain. It often manifests as conflicts of interest, favouritism, unethical decision making and the granting or taking of unethical benefits. It often takes place outside form...

11.2.2026 | Are you looking for an activity for the winter holidays? Welcome to visit the Police Museum in Tampere! During the Tampere region winter holiday week, the museum offers special program for visitors.

Careers with us The police is one of the biggest government-sector employers in Finland. We employ a total of around 10,000 professionals and experts in 14 police units across the country. The police offers varied, challenging and meaningful work ...

8.6.2026 | The Police Museum is a free museum located in Hervanta, Tampere. After Midsummer, the museum will also be open on summer Sundays until August 30.

Emergency response Emergency number – 112 If you need urgent police assistance, call the national emergency number 112. If someone has been injured, begin administering first aid. Prevent any further damage from occurring, if possible. You do not ...

Instructions for the storage of firearms Duty of care The proper storage of firearms is one of the key aspects of firearm safety. Storage related to firearms and high-powered air guns is provided by the Firearms Act (1/1998). The basis for all sto...

From field work to training provider and developer Assistant Police Commissioner Sami Hätönen, Chief of the Public Order and Security Unit National Police Board Master of Public Administration, Bachelor in Police Command The Police Officer of the ...

Fraud In fraud offences, the perpetrator aims to obtain financial benefits by deceiving the victim. Fraud often causes financial damage to the victim. Nowadays, there are many kinds of fraud types, and they have moved to information networks. E-ma...

Police request to those applying for asylum and temporary protection in the area of the Eastern Finland Police Department, and to the persons assisting them: please contact the Police by email: Police contact details for the registration of those ...

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...

9.12.2025 | Both Christmas and the public holidays around the new year affect the opening hours of the customer service of the Western Uusimaa Police Department. The permit service of the Kirkkonummi Police Station is exceptionally closed on three Mondays. All customer service points will be closed on Epiphany 6 January 2026. This information bulletin lists the opening hours and information on exceptional service hours throughout the Christmas period.

17.2.2025 | Are you looking for an activity for the winter holidays? Welcome to visit the Police Museum in Tampere! During the Tampere region winter holiday week, the museum offers special program for visitors.

15.4.2025 | New appointment slots are constantly being opened for Licence services at Helsinki Police Department. It is always advisable to start renewing your passport or ID card online, so that you can plan your visit in advance and ensure an effortless process.

Police helpline The police helpline gives advice on non-urgent matters regarding licences, appointment bookings, e-services and traffic surveillance. You can also ask for advice on matters related to automatic traffic surveillance as well as traff...

18.3.2026 | The Helsinki Police Department and the children’s ensemble of the Helsinki Police Band, Nallekopla, will have a meet and greet at the Itis shopping centre on Friday 20 March. The shopping centre hosts an Eid al-Fitr celebration on Friday.