Police

The Dutch police patrol the streets, investigate crime and assist the public. They emphasise crime prevention and assist the public in many ways, from first aid for the injured and assistance for the confused to support for the victims of domestic violence. 

Documents and publications

Working on a Safe and Just Society

This leaflet contains a brief description of the organisation structure, as well as of the goals and responsibilities of the ...

Leaflet | 27-03-2012 | VenJ

National information system puts an end to police’s ICT problems

The police will get one national information system to put an end to the ICT problems of the police. The existing ICT support for ...

Press release | 19-09-2011 | VenJ

More Attention to Avoid Suicide by Police Officers

Minister Opstelten of Security and Justice will invest in additional care and attention to avoid and deal with suicide committed ...

Press release | 16-09-2011 | VenJ

The Netherlands and North Rhine-Westphalia make agreements concerning closer police cooperation and disaster response

Minister Ivo Opstelten of Security and Justice and Minister Ralf Jäger of the Interior of the German federal state of North ...

Press release | 06-09-2011 | VenJ

Increase of fine amounts

The approach to antisocial offences and above-average speeding offences will be tightened, while speeders in residential areas ...

Press release | 05-09-2011 | IenM, VenJ

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