Sweden is establishing new youth prisons for minors aged 13 to 17 committing serious crimes, introducing specialized units with tailored care and strict separation from adults.
The rare relocation of a life-sentenced trans woman to a women's prison has ignited political debate and expert opinions about gender law and inmate safety in Sweden.
The transfer of convicted child murderer Paulus Abdelshahed to a women's prison after a legal gender change sparks political uproar and parliamentary scrutiny in Sweden.
Sweden's Lagrådet rejects government proposal to introduce youth prisons for 15-17-year-olds, citing poor preparation and deviation from prior investigation, prompting government review.
Sweden's ruling coalition proposes criminalizing prison and youth home escapes, introducing penalties up to four years in prison.
A male inmate was found dead alone in his cell at Kumla Prison, prompting a police investigation after authorities filed a report.
Amid rising female inmate numbers, Swedish authorities face calls for family departments in prisons, alongside internal staff warnings about management and safety issues.
Kriminalvården rejects the government's plan to lower the criminal responsibility age to 13, citing unpreparedness and risks of imprisoning young children.
Sweden prepares prisons with small class education for juvenile offenders and expands school disciplinary measures amid rising youth violence.
Sweden is preparing prison facilities, uniforms, and education programs for juvenile offenders ahead of a July 2026 policy lowering the criminal responsibility age, amidst criticism and concerns about safety and rehabilitation.
Sweden will move up to 600 prisoners to an Estonian prison to tackle overcrowding, despite concerns over language barriers and criminal network risks.
Sweden plans to launch specialized prison units for 13- and 14-year-old offenders from July 2026, following a decision to lower the criminal responsibility age for serious crimes.
Sweden is expanding its largest women's prison in Ystad to tackle overcrowding amid a doubling of female inmates and increased gang-related crime.
Local officials are weighing community input on a proposed detention center in Hjorthagen amid varying opinions.
Ahmadreza Djalali has returned to Evin Prison after a period of isolation, amidst significant international pressure for his release.
Sweden plans to transfer prisoners to Estonia to address overcrowding in its penal system.
A national security review is underway after a double escape from Borås detention center raised serious concerns.
Sweden's correctional services budget is set to increase significantly, planning for major prison capacity expansion.
Sweden announces a record 57 billion SEK investment for prison system expansion in response to rising crime.
David Berntsen Lundin and another man have been recaptured following their escape from Borås prison.
Two prisoners have escaped from a detention center in Borås, leading to an extensive police search.
Two prisoners escaped from the Borås correctional facility, prompting a large police response.
Two inmates have escaped from the Borås correctional facility, prompting a police operation and public safety alerts.