Albania recorded an increase in its crime rate during 2025, with the number of criminal proceedings rising to 1,145 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, up from 1,037 a year earlier, according to the annual report presented by Prosecutor General Olsian Çela.

Presenting the report before Parliament’s Law Committee, Çela said one of the most significant increases was registered in offenses related to land ownership and property regulations, which surged by 51% compared with 2024.

The report shows that prosecutors concluded 24,491 cases during the year. Of those, 42.46% were sent to trial, while the remainder were dismissed, suspended, or transferred to other authorities based on jurisdiction.

Despite the overall rise in criminal proceedings, the report highlights progress in the fight against money laundering. Authorities recorded an increase in investigations and in the number of defendants referred to court on money laundering charges.

Financial investigations also resulted in substantial asset seizures. During 2025, prosecutors confiscated assets worth approximately 4 billion lek through seizure orders, while court-ordered confiscations totaled around 305 million lek.

Looking ahead, Çela said the prosecution service’s priorities for 2026 will include combating crimes against persons and property, money laundering, corruption, and organized crime. Other key objectives include strengthening international cooperation, advancing digitalization, and improving the overall efficiency of Albania’s prosecution system.

The report provides one of the most comprehensive overviews of crime trends and prosecutorial performance in Albania, offering lawmakers and the public a snapshot of the country’s evolving criminal landscape and law enforcement challenges.