Kiinnipintaan

Kiinnipintaan is a Finnish term referring to the act or state of taking a person into custody or detaining them by authorities, typically in a police or investigative context. The phrase is used to describe the process of securing a person for questioning, investigation, or other procedural steps.

Legal framework and scope: In Finland, procedures surrounding detention are governed by criminal procedure and police regulations. Detention can occur when there is a suspicion of involvement in a crime and a need to ensure the suspect’s availability, prevent harm or interference, or facilitate investigation. For longer or more restrictive measures, a court authorization or ruling is generally required. The precise rules and durations are defined by law and can vary depending on the stage of proceedings and the nature of the case.

Forms and distinction: The term kiinnipintaan is commonly encountered in legal and journalistic contexts as a general description of taking someone into custody. It is linked to but distinct from related concepts such as voluntary submission, police custody, or formal arrest, as well as from post-detention stages like remand or imprisonment following a court decision.

Usage and context: Kiinnipintaan appears in police reports, court documents, and media coverage to indicate that a person has been detained. The illative form kiinnipintaan (into custody) reflects movement toward custody, and may be used to describe both initial takedown and subsequent procedural steps in an investigation.

Etymology: The term derives from kiinni, meaning “caught” or “in custody,” and pito, meaning “holding.” The combination conveys the act of holding someone under detention. See also detention, arrest, custody.