OT news / p2pnet: Swedish police will be allowed to use secret listening devices to monitor conversations in private homes.

“Bugging will be allowed … when someone is suspected of a crime worthy of at least a four-year prison sentence, such as terrorism, murder, manslaughter or grand larceny,” says The Local.

“The decision to allow secret monitoring is the result of a fiercely contested agreement by the Swedish government with the Liberal Party (Folkpartiet).”

The new law calls for a court decision before monitoring can be initiated, says the story, going on, “A person who has been listened in on must be informed afterward and is eligible to receive damages.

“Many locations are prohibited entirely from bugging, including editorial offices, law agencies, physician reception areas and social service offices.”

A parliamentary committee is being established to follow the use of secret monitor devices, according to a press release from the Liberal Party, adds The Local.

Also See:
The Local – Bugging allowed under new deal, March 10, 2006

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