Rikkojat

Rikkojat is a Finnish term meaning criminals. It refers to individuals who have committed criminal offenses and is used in legal, media, and criminological contexts. The term is general and not a formal classification.

In Finland, criminal acts are defined by the Penal Code and enforced by the police and courts. Penalties range from fines and probation to imprisonment. Juvenile offenders are subject to special procedures emphasizing rehabilitation.

Crimes span property offenses such as theft and burglary, violent offenses such as assault and homicide, sexual offenses, drug-related crimes, and offenses connected to organized or white-collar crime. With digital technology, cybercrime has become more prominent. Offenders can be adults or juveniles, and some crimes are committed by groups.

Criminology identifies risk factors such as low income, unemployment, limited education, family instability, substance abuse, and exposure to violence. Protective factors include education, stable housing, employment, and social support. Prevention and rehabilitation strategies include policing, crime prevention programs, social services, education and vocational training, and restorative justice initiatives.