Finlexpalvelussa

Finlexpalvelussa refers to the Finnish Legal Information Service, often shortened to Finlex. It is the official electronic publication of Finnish legislation and court decisions. Finlex is maintained by the Ministry of Justice of Finland and is the primary source for accessing current and historical laws, decrees, government decrees, and Supreme Court and Supreme Administrative Court rulings.

The service provides a comprehensive database that is freely accessible to the public. Users can search for specific legislation by keywords, dates, or legal categories. The database includes not only the full text of legal documents but also preparatory works, such as government proposals and parliamentary reports, offering a deeper understanding of the legislative process. Finlex also publishes official translations of certain Finnish laws into other languages, such as Swedish and English, to facilitate international understanding and use.

Finlex plays a crucial role in transparency and accessibility of legal information in Finland. It ensures that citizens, legal professionals, businesses, and researchers have reliable and up-to-date access to the legal framework governing the country. The service is continuously updated to reflect the latest legislative changes and judicial decisions.