Rikosprosessin
Rikosprosessin refers to the criminal process in Finland, the legal framework through which criminal offenses are investigated, prosecuted and adjudicated. It covers the stages from initial inquiry to final enforcement of a judgment, and the rights and duties of the participants, including the accused, victims, police, prosecutors and the courts.
The process begins with an esitutkinta, or preliminary investigation, conducted by the police and, in serious
Following the investigation, the prosecutor decides whether to prosecute. If the decision is to proceed, the
If a verdict of guilt is entered, the court imposes a sentence, which may include imprisonment, fines,
The Rikosprosessin is governed by criminal procedure law and related statutes, and aims to balance public interest,