Reporting sexual assault
The reception for sexual assault reports
Reception for sexual assault reportings
If you decide to press charges, you can book an appointment at the sexual assault complaints office.
Information needed
Information to be included:
name, ID number and contact information such as phone number or email address
a brief description of what happened
where and when the offence took place
Information about treatment or medical services
It is not necessary to have sought medical assistance or have received treatment for violence in order to file a complaint.
If you have received assistance or treatment for the violation, this information must be included.
For example, if you have searched for:
medical services
psychological or psychiatric services
other services, such as Stígamót, Kvennaathvarfið, Drekaslóð or other organizations that support victims of violence.
If you have received medical assistance or treatment, this information must be included so that police can prepare for your arrival and the correct forms to request documents. You must give consent.
Other information
Other information to be included:
if you need interpreters and which languages
if a disabled persons rights officer is needed, from which municipality
whether the appeal relates to another case
whether you are already with a court officer
Service provider
The Icelandic Police