foroversøk
Foroversøk is a Norwegian term that translates to "forward search" or "preliminary investigation." It refers to the initial steps taken by law enforcement or other authorities to gather information and assess a situation before a formal investigation is launched or a full response is deployed. This can involve discreet observation, checking available databases, or making preliminary inquiries to determine if a crime has been committed or if intervention is necessary.
The purpose of foroversøk is to avoid unnecessary resource allocation and to ensure that any subsequent actions
In practice, foroversøk might involve a police officer driving by a location to observe from a distance,