As noted by the Estonian broadcaster ERR
Sweden and Estonia have signed an agreement that provides for the rental of an Estonian prison to hold Swedish inmates. This information was released by the Estonian broadcaster ERR.
The document was signed by Estonia’s Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs Liisa Pakosta and Sweden’s Minister of Justice Gunnar Strömmer. The agreement will come into effect after approval by the parliaments of both countries.
This five-year contract involves renting a prison built in 2000 in the city of Tartu, which has the capacity to hold 933 inmates. Estonia will provide Sweden with 400 cells, allowing for the accommodation of about 600 people in single and double cells.
According to the agreement, the selection of inmates will be carried out by representatives of law enforcement agencies from both countries. Only those who do not pose a security threat, have no ties to organized crime, and do not suffer from mental disorders will be transferred to Estonia. Inmates are prohibited from leaving the prison grounds, and they will be returned to Sweden one month before the end of their sentence.
All costs for the maintenance of inmates, including medical care, will be covered by the Swedish side.
As noted by the Estonian broadcaster, this agreement complies with the requirements of the European Convention on Human Rights.