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Justitiekanslern JK

What The Chancellor of Justice (JK) is the state's lawyer who, among other things, scrutinises public agencies and can review claims for damages when the state has done wrong.

Who JK is appointed by the Government and represents the state, while the role also means scrutinising the public sector.

How You can turn to JK with a complaint or a claim for damages if you think the state has caused you harm.

Official sources

Justitiekanslern: about JK, the state's lawyer
Justitiekanslern: damages from the state

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