Prosecutors criticize government's proposal to lower age of responsibility

October 06, 2025 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI Hoton da AI ya samar

Twenty-five experienced prosecutors warn against the government's plan to temporarily lower the age of criminal responsibility to 13 for serious crimes. The proposal lacks sufficient investigation and could lead to legal uncertainty, according to a DN opinion piece. The background is rising violence among youth, like the recent shooting in Gävle.