The Swedish government is proposing a law to allow police to use AI facial recognition to identify suspects in serious cases such as kidnappings and murders.

The Swedish government plans to authorize police to use real-time facial recognition based on artificial intelligence to fight crime, especially gang violence. Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer has emphasized the need for effective tools to restore safety in society, as Sweden faces an alarming rate of gun violence. The new law could come into force in 2026, respecting privacy legislation.