Referenssinvaloon

Referenssinvaloon is a concept in Finnish law and jurisprudence that refers to a situation where a judge or a court is considered to be under the influence of a strong outside pressure or influence, often from a higher authority, that can make their decision-making process biased or unfair.

The term "referenssinvaloon" literally translates to "pressure funnel" or "reference funnel", suggesting a situation where a pressure or influence is funneled down through various levels of authority, eventually affecting the decision-making process of a judge or a court.

In Finland, referenssinvaloon is often associated with the concept of "korkeat oikeus" or "high court", which refers to the Supreme Court of Finland. It is often argued that the high court may be subject to referenssinvaloon due to its position as the highest authority in the Finnish judiciary.

Some critics argue that referenssinvaloon can occur when a high court is seen as being influenced by government or political pressure, which can compromise the independence and impartiality of the judiciary. This can happen when a high court is seen as being closely tied to the legislature or the executive branch, or when a judge or a court is appointed or promoted based on their political affiliation or ideology.

The concept of referenssinvaloon has been the subject of debate in Finland, with some arguing that it is a necessary evil in a democratic system, while others see it as a threat to the independence of the judiciary.