Should crime be stopped in Iceland?

There is also a tradition in Iceland of pre-empting crime issues before they arise, or stopping issues at the nascent stages before they can get worse. Right now, police are cracking down on organised crime while members of the Icelandic parliament, Althingi, are considering laws that will aid in dismantling these networks.

Is pickpocketing a crime in Iceland?

Even pickpocketing in Iceland is out of the ordinary, and Icelanders typically leave their doors unlocked and windows open—when the weather permits—because the country is so safe. But just because Iceland isn't dangerous doesn't mean that crime doesn't exist. Don't forget common sense and keep an eye on your belongings.

Does Iceland have a high homicide rate?

According to the 2011 Global Study on Homicide by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Iceland's homicide rate between 1999-2009 never went above 1.8 per 100,000 population on any given year. On the other hand, the US had homicide rates between 5.0 and 5.8 per 100,000 population during that same stretch.

Who controls customs regulations in Iceland?

Customs regulations in Iceland are controlled by the Iceland Directorate of Customs. To make sure your arrival to Iceland goes smoothly, here is everything you need to know about the current customs regulations.