Sweden’s government has reversed its decision to lower the age of criminal responsibility from 15 to 13. The proposal, introduced by the right-of-centre coalition, faced significant criticism from legal experts and opposition parties. Concerns centered on the potential negative impact on young offenders and the effectiveness of lowering the age in deterring crime. The government confirmed the change of plans on Thursday, effectively halting the controversial reform. No specific reasons were cited for the reversal beyond acknowledging the widespread opposition. This decision marks a significant shift in the government’s approach to juvenile justice. The current age of criminal responsibility in Sweden will remain at 15.