Erillislainsäädännön

Erillislainsäädännön, a Finnish legal term, translates to "specific legislation" or "special legislation." It refers to laws or sets of laws that deviate from or supplement the general provisions of the main legal codes, such as the Civil Code or the Penal Code. These specific laws are enacted to address particular sectors, activities, or subject matters that require a tailored regulatory framework.

The purpose of erillislainsäädännön is to provide more detailed and nuanced rules than what can be found in broader legislation. This often arises when a particular area of law is complex, rapidly evolving, or has unique characteristics that necessitate distinct treatment. Examples include legislation governing environmental protection, intellectual property rights, or specific industries like banking and telecommunications.

The relationship between erillislainsäädännön and general legislation is hierarchical. In cases of conflict, the specific legislation usually takes precedence over the general provisions within its scope of application. However, general principles of law often still apply unless explicitly overridden by the specific act. The creation of such legislation is a legislative process undertaken by the Finnish Parliament.