Lähioikeuksien

Lähioikeuksien is a Finnish term that translates to "neighboring rights" or "related rights" in English. It refers to a set of legal protections granted to certain individuals and entities involved in the creation or performance of artistic works, even if they are not the original authors. These rights are distinct from copyright, which protects the original creator of a work.

In Finland, lähioikeuksien typically encompass the rights of performers, producers of phonograms (sound recordings), producers of film recordings, and broadcasting organizations. Performers, such as musicians and actors, have rights related to their performances, including the right to authorize or prohibit the fixation, reproduction, and making available of their performances. Producers of sound recordings have rights concerning their recordings, such as the right to authorize or prohibit the reproduction and making available of their phonograms. Similarly, film producers have rights over their films, and broadcasting organizations have rights regarding their broadcasts.

These rights are designed to protect the economic and moral interests of those who contribute to making creative works accessible to the public. They provide a framework for controlling the use of their contributions and for receiving remuneration. The duration and scope of these rights are defined by Finnish law, often aligning with international treaties like the Rome Convention. Lähioikeuksien play a crucial role in the music, film, and broadcasting industries, ensuring that all parties involved in the dissemination of cultural content are adequately protected.