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Sweden's sex-purchase law heads to the US
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Sweden's sex-purchase law heads to the US

Maine is the first US state to adopt a law inspired by Sweden’s approach, which makes buying sex illegal but not selling it. A Swedish delegation has visited Maine to share experience with local police and prosecutors, and American officers are expected in Malmö this spring to learn from their Swedish colleagues. Malmö police officer Elisabeth Cewers stresses that people in prostitution should be approached with respect and seen as potential victims of crime, helping police uncover traffickers and pimps. The exchange could help Maine put its law into practice and give Sweden valuable lessons in return.
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