The document summarizes Sweden's Witness Support Service. It began in 1995 to provide practical and emotional support to victims and witnesses before, during, and after court hearings. The service is coordinated nationwide by the Crime Victim Compensation and Support Authority and relies on trained volunteers. It aims to better inform victims of their rights and roles, and improve the quality of witness statements and public opinion of the justice system. The Authority oversees training, quality standards, and provides funding through fines collected from offenders.