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FALQs: Sweden’s Pre-Trial Detention Laws

Posted by: Elin Hofverberg

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This blog post is part of our Frequently Asked Legal Questions series.

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The Swedish detention system has been in the news over the last few weeks, including calls to change its detention system. Swedish media has also reported that the Swedish government is considering amendments to its pre-trial detention rules. So, what are the current rules?

1. Who can be detained?