Kihlakunnansyyttäjät
Kihlakunnansyyttäjät, often translated as district prosecutors, are Finnish public prosecutors responsible for prosecuting criminal offenses at the district level. They operate within the Finnish prosecution service, an independent body that falls under the Ministry of Justice. Their primary role is to investigate alleged crimes, decide whether to bring charges, and represent the prosecution in criminal proceedings in district courts.
The work of a kihlakunnansyyttäjä involves reviewing police investigation reports, interviewing witnesses, and gathering evidence. They
Kihlakunnansyyttäjät are appointed officials and are expected to act impartially and in accordance with the law.