Safety Tips for New Students in Tallinn
In Tallinn, East-Harju Police Station offers valuable advice for new students. Topics covered include alcohol restrictions, peace disturbance, traffic safety, home security, taxi precautions, public transport tips, and advice for staying safe in public places. It emphasizes key points such as being vigilant, safeguarding valuables, and avoiding risky situations to ensure a secure stay in the city.
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POLICE AND BORDER GUARD BOARD Tips for the new students in Tallinn East-Harju Police Station Assistant police officer Ivo K sk
Police departments in Tallinn Tallinn East-Harju Police Station P.Pinna 4, Tallinn Tallinn West-Harju Police Station Kolde pst 65, Tallinn East Police Department Information 1247 (24/7) West Police Department
Not allowed ALCOHOL Drinking alcohol in public places (such as parks, bus stations, etc.) Yelling, urinating, spitting, throwing rubbish, lying on the ground, sleeping in public places ________________________________________________ NIGHT PEACE Disturbing the peace and quiet of others at night with loud or other noise. Sunday to Thursday 22-06 Friday to Saturday 00-07 Punishment: max 400euros or 30 days in the jail ________________________________________________ TRAFFIC Crossing the road in places not suitable for crossing (cross the road at traffic lights or on a zebra crossing) 3
Safety at home Do not give your keys to other people Close curtains when you leave home Do not let strangers enter your home. Police, Emergency, Fire department workers wear uniform and introduce themselves by showing official ID.
Taking a taxi There are many respectful taxi companies, use them. Avoid taxis that stop and offer their services. Before taking a seat, verify the tariff schedule! In suspicious cases do not enter. FORUS +372 612 0000 Tallink 1921 Takso24 1224
Public transport Avoid bus stops that are not well lit. Make sure that your valuables are safe, use inside pockets. Sit near the driver on an empty bus.
Public places Avoid being alone at nighttime. Especially if you are under the influence of alcohol. If someone grabs your bag, let it go. Your safety is more important. Be aware of your surroundings. Always choose well-lit routes. Do not leave your belongings in the car. Hide your valuables. Lock your bike and car.
Cards Keep your debit and credit cards close to you and don't give out your PIN codes. (There have been cases in nightclubs where young people, drunk, have given their card to someone else to use, only to discover in the morning that their card is missing). 9
Internet Do not post personal information. Keep passwords to yourself. Do not open strange messages and invitations. Log off when you have finished using your computer. Think before you click on different websites. Use strong and varied passwords There is no anonymity on the internet WEB CONSTABLES IN FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/vladlen.jakovlev https://www.facebook.com/people/Anna-Liisa-Kreitsman/100077757520419/ 10
Offences against Equality 151. Incitement of hatred Activities which publicly incite to hatred, violence or discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, sex, language, origin, religion, sexual orientation, political opinion, or financial or social status if this results in danger to the life, health or property of a person. In this case, the result must be a real threat to life, health or property. The message must also be such as to cause hatred or violence in other persons, so that the community will accept it. Insult (r race ace, , colour colour, , etc https://humanrights.ee/en E-mail: info@humanrights.ee Facebook: @humanrightscentre Telephone: (+372) 644 5148 etc. .) civil action 11
If you do not know the law, ask for help Not knowing the law is no excuse for breaking the law. Follow the law! 12
PUNISHMENTS Violation of law Drinking in a public place Fine 400 euros or 30 days in jail Using or possessing a small amount of drugs 800 euros or 30 days in jail Crossing the road in a wrong place / not wearing a reflector 20 euros Stealing anything that costs less than 200 1200 euros Hurting someone / violating public order in a group criminal punishment Racial violence when the person's life or property is in danger - The result has to be a real risk to a person's life, health or property. NB: These are maximum punishments. There is usually a warning before the fine! Depends on the case. 1200 euros or 30 days in jail 13
112 Emergency number (Police, Medical assistance, Fire department) Information 1247 (24/7)
Thank you for your attention! Questions?