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Glossary · Chapter 5: Law and justice

nämndeman

Swedish word. In English: lay judge

A member of the public who takes part in judging in the district court together with the judge.

Facts about the word

  • In the district court so-called lay judges judge together with the judge. Sverige i fokus s. 19
  • The lay judges are to represent the public and provide transparency in the legal process. Sverige i fokus s. 19
  • The lay judges are appointed by the political parties. Sverige i fokus s. 19

Page references are to UHR's study material Sverige i fokus.

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