Archive
A curated collection of published articles, opinion pieces, academic references and public debate related to Sweden’s 2018 consent law.
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Public Debate
Opinion pieces, essays, and public interventions that discuss legal, political, or social issues related to consent law, criminal justice, and the rule of law.
Media Coverage
Journalistic reporting from news outlets, magazines, and broadcast media covering cases, policies, and public discussion related to sexual offences and the justice system.
Government Reports
Official documents, parliamentary materials, and reports produced by public authorities, agencies, or legislative bodies.
Academic Research
Peer-reviewed studies, academic papers, and scholarly analyses examining legal frameworks, empirical data, and theoretical perspectives.
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Growth of public discussion over time
Monthly publication counts illustrate how discussion of Sweden’s consent law has intensified over time, particularly in recent years, as legal, social and cultural debates have expanded.
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Below you will find the articles and references currently included in the SCLO archive, organized chronologically and updated on an ongoing basis.
Number of articles: 124
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The rape elephant in the room is growing
Opinion piece arguing that unresolved problems in how rape cases are investigated and adjudicated are increasingly difficult to ignore, warning of long-term damage to legal legitimacy.
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Beyond reasonable doubt – a rape case (part 1/3)
Documentary episode examining a rape case through investigative journalism, focusing on evidence evaluation, reasonable doubt, and judicial reasoning.
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The “Cannibal Researcher” is still alive – and controls Swedish justice
Opinion article using the metaphor of the ‘cannibal researcher’ to argue that outdated academic theories continue to influence Swedish criminal justice, particularly in sexual-offence adjudication and evidentiary reasoning.
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The punishment ends on paper – but not in reality
Opinion piece arguing that punishment continues long after a prison sentence formally ends, through stigma, restricted access to work and housing, and long-term financial consequences.