Publications

In an effort to understand the citizens’ attitude towards the work of the Police in Montenegro, an extensive survey was conducted focusing on various aspects of this topic. The subject of this research is the perception of Montenegrin citizens regarding security, the work and efficiency of the police, as well as their awareness of different aspects of the police department’s operations. This research represents a continuation of the OSCE Mission to Montenegro activities on the support program for the further improvement and efficiency of the overall capacities of the Ministry of Interior and the Police Directorate. Similar public opinion surveys on the perception of the police, integrity and professionalism of police officers were conducted in 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022.

This research represents a continuation of the OSCE Mission to Montenegro activities on the support program for the further improvement and efficiency of the overall capacities of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Police Directorate, which should be developed into a professional, democratic, responsible and efficient service in which the society has full confidence. Similar public opinion surveys on the perception of the police, integrity and professionalism of police officers were conducted in 2019, 2020 and 2021.

In order for the Police Directorate to function properly and meet its task of serving citizens, it is necessary to first determine which patterns of police behavior citizens perceive as desirable and what they expect from police service. This report is a step forward in that direction.

This report examines police reform in Montenegro between 2011 and 2019, focused on progress made in good governance in policing. This is the fourth assessment of police reform conducted by the OSCE Mission to Montenegro. Previous reports can be found here: “Police Reform in Montenegro 2006-2011: Assess¬ment and Recommendations”; 2001 and 2006. The research for the report was conducted in late summer and autumn of 2019 and as such, does not include developments in 2020, marked by protests, the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2020 parliamentary elections which resulted in the first change of the governing majority in three decades. These events continue to have a strong impact on policing in Montenegro. The findings of the report are based on extensive desk research and interviews with 78 individuals from the Police Directorate and other Montenegrin authorities, as well as from civil society, media, and international organisations. The report notes significant developments in policing, identifies gaps and challenges and provides concrete recommendations for the Ministry of Interior, Police Directorate and other government institutions and the international community, which should form the basis for future constructive discussions.

The brochure is intended for all young people, both men and women, in order to bring them closer to the profession of police officer. In line with affirmative action measures to increase the number of women in the police, we would like to further encourage women to get informed and potentially interested in working in the police. Not available in English.

The Mission conducted public Perception Survey of the Police on attitudes of Montenegrin citizens towards the work of Police Directorate in late November- early December 2020. The survey emphasis was on citizens view of the main threats to their personal safety, safety problems in their respective towns and national level, perception of the institutions and overall police reform. The aim was to provide data and analysis about the public perception of policing in Montenegro that could help to better identify areas for improving and shaping future actions to overcome spotted challenges.

In addition to the four key priorities of importance for citizens- personal and safety of their property, the fight against crime, border security and the security of persons and buildings, the important part of the Strategy is dedicated to the education and training of police officers, as well as their professional development. Not available in English.

Comparative study was done by Institute Alternative (IA), with the support of the OSCE Mission to Montenegro. The study provides a detailed overview of control mechanisms (modus operandi) and instruments for efficient identification and prevention of abuse, as well as the analysis of challenges and possibilities for enhancing the modus operandi of the internal control of the police. On that basis and on the basis of the analysis of comparative cases (models from three EU member states), IA formulated its concrete recommendations for the reform of the Montenegrin model.

This report, by the Centre for Democracy and Human Rights, supported by the OSCE, looks at to what extent current mechanisms contribute to the fight against corruption in the police. The report provides insights into how those mechanisms can be improved.

The purpose of this report is to provide an assessment of the main developments since 2006 until 2011 in the areas which are vital for police reform in Montenegro.