CraigHThe case of Stefan Nystrom
January 8th 2007 02:17
The case of Stefan Nystrom and his deportation from Australia raises the issue of who is responsible for criminal behavior. One line of argument being put forward by various lawyers opposing his deportation is that since he's lived all but a few days of his life in Australia and has been "criminalized" there, Australia is somehow responsible for his behavior and should therefore grant to him all the privileges of Australian citizenship.
What ever to personal responsibility? Surely Nystrom is responsible for his criminal behavior and the Australian government is obliged to do everything it can to protect Australian citizens from criminals. Nystrom's crimes including the aggravated rape of a 10-year old boy were very serious and the government is right to minimize criminal activity in the country. I agree that Sweden is unfortunate to be burdened with a character such as Vystrom but ones nationality is initially defined by one's country of birth and there's not getting around that.
What ever to personal responsibility? Surely Nystrom is responsible for his criminal behavior and the Australian government is obliged to do everything it can to protect Australian citizens from criminals. Nystrom's crimes including the aggravated rape of a 10-year old boy were very serious and the government is right to minimize criminal activity in the country. I agree that Sweden is unfortunate to be burdened with a character such as Vystrom but ones nationality is initially defined by one's country of birth and there's not getting around that.
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what's the argument for keeping him here?
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