Hiv Transmission Legal Consequences

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In Sweden, transmitting HIV knowingly or unknowingly can be a criminal offense, potentially involving charges like gross negligence or bodily harm. However, repeated negative tests may influence the legal perspective. Consulting a local lawyer is advisable for detailed guidance.

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If a person tarted to suspect he might have hiv after 7 years of exposure and tested immediately after he suspected it three times and got a negative result all times but it turns out he actually had it and there was a blood incident in the family where one contracted the virus prior to him suspecting. What will be the charges for this in Sweden
In Sweden, transmitting HIV knowingly or unknowingly can be considered a criminal offense under certain circumstances. However, the situation you described involves repeated negative tests which might affect the legal perspective. Generally, charges could involve:
- Gross negligence
- Bodily harm
It would be beneficial to consult a local lawyer for detailed advice. Would you like to be connected with local lawyers for better assistance?