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Speeding in Sweden – fines, license revocation, and legal help
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What happens if you are caught speeding?
Speeding means driving faster than the posted speed limit. It is a traffic offense under Swedish law.
The consequences depend on factors including:
- how far over the speed limit you were driving
- the speed limit on that particular road
- whether you have committed previous traffic offenses
- whether the violation is considered serious
- whether your driver’s license is still subject to a probationary period.
A minor speeding violation will normally result in a fine. A serious violation or repeated offenses may lead the Swedish Transport Agency to issue a warning or revoke your driver’s license. You can read more about related traffic offenses and their possible consequences.
How much is the fine for speeding in Sweden?
The amount of the fine depends on how far the speed limit was exceeded and the speed limit that applied on the road.
| Amount over the speed limit | Road with a speed limit of 50 km/h or less | Road with a speed limit above 50 km/h |
|---|---|---|
| 1–10 km/h | SEK 2,000 | SEK 1,500 |
| 11–15 km/h | SEK 2,400 | SEK 2,000 |
| 16–20 km/h | SEK 2,800 | SEK 2,400 |
| 21–25 km/h | SEK 3,200 | SEK 2,800 |
| 26–30 km/h | SEK 3,600 | SEK 3,200 |
| 31–35 km/h | SEK 4,000 | SEK 3,600 |
| 36 km/h or more | SEK 4,000 | SEK 4,000 |
The fine and the driver’s license proceedings are separate matters. You may therefore receive a fine while the Swedish Transport Agency conducts a separate review of your license.
When could your driver’s license be revoked?
The Swedish Transport Agency determines whether a speeding violation is serious enough to warrant revocation. A driver’s license is commonly revoked when the driver was traveling between 31 and 40 km/h over the speed limit.
The assessment is stricter on a road with a speed limit of 30 km/h or less. On these roads, driving between 21 and 30 km/h over the limit will normally result in a two-month disqualification period.
Several less serious traffic offenses within a two-year period may also result in revocation. The Swedish Transport Agency assesses the violation, previous offenses, and the other circumstances of the individual case. In some cases, it may issue a warning instead of revoking the license.
What should you do after a speeding violation?
Review the fixed penalty notice, the information recorded by the police, and any correspondence from the Swedish Transport Agency. Check that the recorded speed, location, time, and other details are correct.
If you accept a fixed penalty notice, it has the same legal effect as a final judgment. The circumstances in which an accepted notice can later be set aside are limited. Do not accept it until you understand the consequences.
If the Swedish Transport Agency is considering revoking your driver’s license, you will normally have an opportunity to submit a written response. Your response should explain the relevant circumstances and include supporting documentation.
A driver’s license decision can be appealed to the administrative court within the deadline stated in the decision. General English-language information about revoked driver’s licenses is available from the Swedish Transport Agency.
How we can help you
We help you assess the case and choose an appropriate course of action based on the decision and the available evidence.
Legal guidance
We review what happened, explain the applicable rules, and advise you on the next step.
Review of the evidence
We examine the fixed penalty notice, the police records, and documents from the Swedish Transport Agency.
Response to the Swedish Transport Agency
We help prepare a clear written response that presents the circumstances relevant to the driver’s license proceedings.
Appeals and court proceedings
We help appeal a driver’s license decision or represent you if the speeding allegation is considered by a court. If the matter involves a more serious criminal allegation, you can also read about hiring a private defense lawyer.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about speeding
Yes. Speeding is a traffic offense. A minor violation is normally handled through a fixed penalty notice, while a more serious case may lead to prosecution and action against the driver’s license.
It depends on how far the speed limit was exceeded and the speed limit on the road. A license is often revoked for driving between 31 and 40 km/h over the limit. The assessment is stricter on roads with a speed limit of 30 km/h or less.
If you do not accept a fixed penalty notice, the allegation may be considered in court. An accepted notice can only be set aside under limited circumstances. A driver’s license decision made by the Swedish Transport Agency can be appealed to the administrative court.
Repeated traffic offenses within a two-year period may lead to license revocation even if each individual violation is relatively minor. The Swedish Transport Agency considers the violations together.
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