Legal scandal in silence: Young men convicted of rape without evidence
Investigative-style article alleging that young men have been convicted of rape in Sweden without corroborating evidence, framing this as a broader justice-system scandal.
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The mothers who challenge the law of consent
Podcast episode discussing criticism of Sweden’s consent law through interviews with mothers advocating for sons they believe were wrongfully convicted, focusing on evidence standards and due process.
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Word for word – young men are imprisoned without evidence
Article arguing that young men are imprisoned for rape based on testimony alone, criticizing reliance on credibility assessments rather than corroborating evidence.
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Credibility instead of evidence – a rule-of-law crisis in Sweden
Article arguing that Swedish courts increasingly rely on credibility assessments rather than objective evidence, framing this trend as a serious threat to legal certainty.
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Mannaminne: In dubio pro reo – better to be free than to be caught
Debate article invoking the legal principle of ‘in dubio pro reo’ to argue that Swedish courts should prioritize acquittal in cases of evidentiary doubt, particularly in sexual-offence trials.
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Why are rapes without violence punished much more severely?
News analysis discussing sentencing practices in rape cases without physical violence, exploring legal definitions, aggravating factors, and proportionality.
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One year in prison for false rape accusation
News article reporting on a court case where an individual was sentenced to prison for making a false rape accusation, highlighting legal consequences of false reporting.
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Mothers cry for children convicted of rape without grounds
Human-interest article reporting on mothers who believe their sons were wrongfully convicted of rape, focusing on emotional impact, family trauma, and perceived failures of the justice system.
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After the rapes: She wants to ban men from home care
News report covering a proposal to ban men from home-care services following rape cases, illustrating public reaction, gender policy debates, and preventive measures.
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Legal certainty is not threatened by the Consent Act
Opinion article defending Sweden’s consent law, arguing that it strengthens rather than undermines legal certainty and rejecting claims of systemic injustice.