Oikeusasteiden
Oikeusasteiden is a Finnish term referring to the judicial hierarchy or levels of courts within the Finnish legal system. It delineates the structure through which legal disputes are examined and judicial authority is exercised, ensuring an organized and consistent administration of justice.
The Finnish judiciary consists of several levels of courts. At the base are the district courts (käräjäoikeudet),
Above the district courts are the courts of appeal (häradsrätter and hovrätter), which review decisions made
The highest judicial authority in Finland is the Supreme Court of Finland (Korkein oikeus), which functions
This hierarchical system ensures that legal disputes progress through appropriate levels of review, promoting consistency and