kvarhållandet

Kvarhållandet is a Swedish legal term referring to the temporary detention of a person suspected of a crime. It is a measure that can be ordered by the police or the prosecutor before a formal arrest or detention hearing. The purpose of kvarhållande is to prevent a suspect from absconding, tampering with evidence, or committing further offenses.

A person can be kvarhållen for a maximum of 24 hours. During this period, the suspect must be brought before a judge or prosecutor to determine if further detention is warranted. If the judge or prosecutor finds sufficient grounds, the person can be formally arrested and detained pending further investigation or trial. If not, the person must be released. Kvarhållande is distinct from arrest (gripande) and detention (häktning), which are more formal and longer-term measures. The legal framework for kvarhållande is found in Swedish criminal procedure law.