The latest Public Prosecution report reveals that labour law violations were the most common crime in Oman in 2024, with 12,407 recorded cases, making it the country’s biggest legal challenge. Following closely, bounced cheques ranked second with 9,699 cases.
Crime Statistics in Oman
- 🔹 Muscat Governorate recorded the highest number of cases, with 20,852 crimes.
- 🔹 North Al Batinah (7,500 cases) and Dhofar (4,457 cases) followed as the next most affected regions.
Sources of Registered Cases
- 📌 32,856 cases were reported by the Royal Oman Police (ROP).
- 📌 5,757 cases were submitted through the Public Prosecution’s e-services portal.
- 📌 4,142 cases were referred by the Ministry of Labour.
Top Five Most Common Crimes in Oman (2024)
✅ Labour law violations: 12,407 cases
✅ Bounced cheque crimes: 9,699 cases
✅ Violations of foreign residency laws: 9,154 cases
✅ Fraud cases: 5,343 cases
✅ Theft and extortion: Among the most frequently reported crimes
The sharp increase in crime rates in Oman highlights the urgent need for stricter labour law enforcement and comprehensive legal reforms.
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