vargusest
Vargusest is the Estonian term for theft. The word vargus comes from varastama, meaning to steal, and vargusest is the genitive form used in phrases such as “vargusest teavitamine” (report of theft). In everyday language it denotes the act or crime of taking someone else’s property without permission.
In Estonian law, vargus is a criminal offence defined in the Penal Code. The core elements typically
Common classifications distinguish between petty theft and aggravated theft, with the classification based on factors such
Penalties for vargus depend on the severity and circumstances. They can include fines, community service, or
Prevention focuses on security measures, such as awareness, surveillance, and access controls, to reduce incidents and