Safety, rules and fines
Safety in cities, emergency numbers, drug and tobacco rules, smoking bans, drones, fireworks and the age limits that surprise visitors. Sensitive topics are marked 18+.
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How many police officers are there in Denmark?
In 2024 the police spent 10,488 full-time equivalents of police staff, including police cadets, on police work, and 2,724 full-time equivalents of civilian staff, 13,212 in total.
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How many bikes are stolen in Denmark each year?
In 2025, 44,131 bike thefts were reported, against 48,174 in 2024 and 48,305 in 2023.
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How much crime is there in Denmark?
In 2025 there were 448,740 reported crimes in Denmark, down from 467,238 in 2024 and 477,617 in 2023.
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What is the fine for cycling without lights in Denmark?
Under the guideline fine rates of 27 February 2025, cycling without lights costs 700 kr.
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What is the fine for using a phone while driving in Denmark?
In Denmark a driver may not use handheld phone or radio equipment while driving.
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How much is a speeding fine in Denmark?
In Denmark the speeding fine depends on the speed limit, how many percent you were over it and the type of vehicle and road.
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How long is a life sentence in Denmark?
A life sentence in Denmark has no set length.
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Which dog breeds are banned in Denmark?
The Danish Dog Act bans owning and breeding 13 dog breeds: pit bull terrier, tosa inu, American Staffordshire terrier, fila brasileiro, dogo argentino, American bulldog, boerboel, kangal, Central Asian ovtcharka, Caucasian ovtcharka, South Russian ovtcharka, tornjak and sarplaninac.
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What is the age of criminal responsibility in Denmark?
The age of criminal responsibility in Denmark is 15.
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How long can a knife be in Denmark?
Denmark has no blade length that is automatically allowed in public places.
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Can you buy snus in Denmark?
18+ topic.
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Is vaping legal in Denmark?
18+ topic.
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Is weed legal in Denmark?
18+ topic.
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Should I call 112 or 114 in Denmark?
Call 112 when there is an acute need for an ambulance, the fire service or the police, for example after an accident, a fire, a serious crime or a life-threatening illness or injury.
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Is it safe to travel to Denmark right now?
Copenhagen is in general a safe city to visit, and normal city precautions are enough for most trips.
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Is Copenhagen safe?
Copenhagen is in general a safe city to visit, and the usual precautions of any big city are enough.