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Crime victims to receive damages more easily

Crime victims should more easily be able to obtain their damages from the convicted via the Crime Victim Authority. This is proposed by a government inquiry.

Crime victims to receive damages more easily

Crime victims to receive better support: "Gaps in support"

The Government has decided on two measures to strengthen support for witnesses and victims of crime. There are significant differences in victim support depending on where in the country you are, says Minister of Justice Gunnar Strömmer (The Moderate Party) at a press conference.

Crime victims to receive better support: "Gaps in support"

Despite Heavy Criticism: Proposal for Anonymous Witnesses

It will be allowed to testify anonymously in Sweden. The government and SD are submitting a bill despite severe criticism.

Despite Heavy Criticism: Proposal for Anonymous Witnesses

Lack of Support for Crime Victims

Only half of Sweden's 290 municipalities offer targeted support to all victims of crime, regardless of the crime, according to a new survey conducted by the Crime Victim Authority. .

Lack of Support for Crime Victims