[75190] Police Clarification: Deserters arriving to file complaints will not be detained
[75190] Police Clarification: Deserters arriving to file complaints will not be detained
The Israel Police clarifies that there is no change to the procedure allowing citizens, even if they are defined as deserters, to contact the police without being arrested.
Official Clarification: Deserters will be able to contact the police without fear of arrest
The Israel Police issued an official clarification today, May 29, 2026, stating that there is no change to the existing guidelines regarding citizens arriving at police stations. According to reports, anyone arriving to file a complaint or requesting police assistance will not be detained for being a deserter from military service.
The announcement was published simultaneously by several Telegram news channels. Kol HaHadashot B'Telegram, which identifies with right-wing positions expressing support for Netanyahu and the American administration, noted that "The police clarify: There is no change in the directive whereby anyone who arrives to file a complaint or requests police assistance - will not be detained for being a deserter".
An identical report also appeared on the Moment News - Military and Security on Telegram channel, which maintains ongoing security coverage. The channel emphasized that the clarification is intended to remove fear among the public, and stated that "There is no change in the directive whereby anyone who arrives to file a complaint or requests police assistance - will not be detained for being a deserter".
This announcement comes against the backdrop of an active public discourse on the subject of conscripting deserters and enforcing draft laws, as the police seek to clarify that the civilian sphere of filing complaints and personal protection remains open to all citizens, regardless of their military status.