In a landmark decision that could have widespread implications, Sweden's Supreme Court has ruled that individuals who have obtained driving licenses through deceitful means cannot be prosecuted for illegal driving if the license is formally valid.

This case was spotlighted when a man, who exchanged a falsified Uzbek driving license for a Hungarian one and subsequently for a Swedish license, was acquitted of illegal driving.

The court's reasoning hinged on the legality principle, stating no one can be punished for an act that wasn't illegal at the time it was committed.

This verdict has sparked concern among lawmakers in Sweden and the EU, especially against the backdrop of a growing industry around converting non-EU driving licenses to EU-compliant ones without proper testing.

Calls for tighter regulations and scrutiny over the origin of EU driving licenses are now louder than ever, highlighting a potential loophole that threatens road safety.