Sweden

Collective redressOpt-in/Opt-outLegislation
YesOpt-inGroup Proceedings Act, SFS 2002: 599

Swedish collective redress framework 

Sweden introduced in 2003 a collective redress mechanism. Collective proceedings can be initiated by group members, civil organizations and administrative agencies. The institution of group proceedings need to follow these pre-conditions: commonality; expediency; superiority; definability; adequate representation.

Last update 8 February 2024