Iceland
OFFICIAL DATA
| Year | Hate crimes recorded by police | Prosecuted | Sentenced |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 15 | Not available | Not available |
| 2020 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 | 14 | 1 | 3 |
| 2016 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 10 | Not available | Not available |
| 2014 | 8 | Not available | Not available |
| 2013 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 2012 | 6 | Not available | Not available |
| 2011 | 1 | Not available | Not available |
| 2010 | 2 | Not available | Not available |
| 2009 | Not available | 0 | 0 |
About 2021 Data
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In addition, the prosecution reported one case of hate speech, which falls outside of the OSCE's definition of a hate crime.
INCIDENTS REPORTED BY OTHER SOURCES
INTERNATIONAL REPORTS
KEY OBSERVATION
ODIHR recognizes Iceland's efforts to report hate crimes regularly to ODIHR. However, based on the available information, it observes that Iceland's hate crime recording and statistics do not sufficiently distinguish hate crimes from other crimes. In addition, ODIHR observes that Iceland would benefit from ensuring that hate crimes are addressed in a comprehensive manner, including by introducing a co-ordination mechanism.
ODIHR recalls that in Ministerial Council Decision 9/09, OSCE participating States agreed to a common definition of hate crime and committed to collecting reliable data and statistics on such crimes. To that end, hate crimes need to be distinguished from hate speech throughout the recording and data collection processes. In Ministerial Council Decisions 9/09 and 13/06, participating States also committed to ensuring a comprehensive approach to hate crimes. To that end, the authorities are required to co-ordinate among themselves, while collaborating closely with civil society. ODIHR stands ready to support Iceland in meeting its relevant commitments through the provision of comprehensive resources and tailored assistance in the area of hate crime recording and data collection, as well as by providing further resources and tailored assistance.