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The use of surveillance cameras for the purpose of crime prevention

English summary of Brå report 2003:11

In this report, the National Council for Crime Prevention presents the first Swedish case studies of the use of surveillance cameras for the purposes of crime prevention, as well as a compilation of previous, primarily international, experiences in this area.

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Madeleine Blixt
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© Brottsförebyggande rådet 2005
urn:nbn:se:bra-146
Report 2003:11

About the study

In Sweden, the use of surveillance cameras is subject to a greater level of regulation than in many other countries; as a rule, for example, a permit is required from the county administrative board before such cameras can be used in most areas to which the general public has access. In this report, the National Council for Crime Prevention presents the first Swedish case studies of the use of surveillance cameras for the purposes of crime prevention, as well as a compilation of previous, primarily international, experiences in this area. The focus is directed at the use of surveillance cameras in two types of environment; car parks and street environments – of which the latter is a relatively new area for the use of surveillance cameras in Sweden.