Pidätysmääräys

Pidätysmääräys is a Finnish legal term that translates to arrest warrant. It is a written order issued by a court or judge that authorizes a law enforcement officer to arrest a person suspected of committing a crime. The warrant typically specifies the name of the person to be arrested, the offense for which they are wanted, and the authority under which the warrant is issued.

The primary purpose of a pidätysmääräys is to ensure that an individual suspected of a crime appears in court to answer the charges against them. It is a crucial tool in the criminal justice system for preventing flight, securing evidence, and maintaining public safety. For a pidätysmääräys to be issued, law enforcement must present probable cause to a judicial authority, demonstrating sufficient reason to believe that the named individual has committed a crime.

Once issued, a pidätysmääräys can be executed by any authorized law enforcement officer. The arrest should be carried out in a manner that respects the rights of the individual. After an arrest made under a pidätysmääräys, the suspect is typically brought before a court or judge for arraignment and to determine further legal proceedings, such as bail or detention. The existence and execution of a pidätysmääräys are subject to specific legal procedures and safeguards to prevent abuse and protect individual liberties.