Frequently Asked Questions

My username is falsely mentioned

If you think that this website mistakenly mentions your username on this website please get in touch with The National Police of the Netherlands .

How have you identified me?

The National Police of the Netherlands and judicial authorities actively investigate criminal offences, also at Dark Markets. We don’t make statements about how we do that.

Is the use of Dark Markets punishable?

Especially illicit goods or services are being advertised at a Dark Market. Offering or taking up these kinds of goods or services is punishable.

How are the police and judicial authorities active at Dark Markets?

The National Police of the Netherlands and judicial authorities actively investigate criminal offences, also at Dark Markets. We work together with investigation services in other countries, among others through Europol.

What sentence can you get as vendor at Dark Markets?

That depends on the kind of goods or services you offer. In the Netherlands the maximum sentence for international hard drugs trafficking for example is twelve years. For arms trafficking this is eight years.

Can I pass on anonymous information about a vendor at a Dark Market?

Yes, by getting in touch with the Team Criminele Inlichtingen of The National Police of the Netherlands through +31-(0)79 345 8999. You can also use ‘Meld Misdaad Anoniem’, an independent party who guarantees anonymity at all times.

Are you against Tor?

No, the National Police of the Netherlands and judicial authorities are not against the anonymous use of the internet, encryption or Tor. We only act when these techniques are being used for committing criminal offences.