Pidätöstä

Pidätöstä is a Finnish term that can be translated to "detention" or "arrest" in English, often referring to a temporary, short-term deprivation of liberty. It is a legal measure used by law enforcement authorities in Finland. The purpose of pidätöstä is typically to prevent a person from committing a crime, to secure evidence, or to facilitate an ongoing investigation.

This measure is usually ordered by a prosecutor or a police official under specific legal grounds. It is distinct from a formal arrest, which generally involves a more formal legal process and potentially longer periods of custody. Pidätöstä is intended to be a swift and temporary measure, with the detained person being brought before a judge or released within a limited timeframe.

The duration of pidätöstä is statutorily defined, and authorities must justify the continued detention. The detained individual has certain rights, including the right to legal counsel and to be informed of the reasons for their detention. The legal framework governing pidätöstä aims to balance the needs of law enforcement with the protection of individual liberties.