news Scmp World 2026-08-01

Sweden Doubles Prison Sentences for Gang-Related Crimes to Combat Organized Crime

Sweden has doubled maximum prison sentences for gang-related offenses as part of a crackdown on organized crime. The new law allows for significantly longer jail terms, such as up to eight years for firearm possession.

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