Etsintäoikeuden

Etsintäoikeuden refers to the right of search in Finnish law. This legal concept grants authorities the power to conduct searches of individuals, premises, or objects. The primary purpose of these searches is to locate evidence related to a crime, discover stolen goods, or apprehend a suspect.

The legal framework for etsintäoikeuden is primarily established in the Criminal Procedure Act. It outlines the conditions under which a search can be initiated, the procedures to be followed, and the rights of the person being searched. Generally, a search requires a court order or a reasonable suspicion that a crime has been committed and that evidence will be found.

There are different types of searches, including personal searches (etsintä henkilöstä), property searches (etsintä toimitilasta), and searches of vehicles or other objects. The scope and intensity of a search must be proportionate to the suspected offense and the potential for finding evidence.

Individuals subjected to a search have certain rights, such as the right to be informed of the grounds for the search and the right to have a witness present if possible. The actions of the authorities during a search are subject to legal review, and any unlawfully obtained evidence may be inadmissible in court. The principle of proportionality is crucial, meaning the intrusion on an individual's privacy must be justified by the need to investigate the suspected crime.