Süüteoasja

Süüteoasja, also known as a "süüteo", is a legal term used in Estonian law to refer to a case where a person is accused of committing a crime. The term is derived from the Estonian words "süüte" meaning "accusation" and "õigusasja" meaning "legal case". A süüteoasja is initiated by the prosecution, which presents evidence to the court to prove that the accused has committed a crime. The accused has the right to defend themselves and present their own evidence. The court then decides whether the accused is guilty or not guilty of the crime. If found guilty, the accused may face penalties such as fines, imprisonment, or other forms of punishment. The süüteoasja process is governed by the Estonian Criminal Procedure Code and is designed to ensure fairness and justice in the administration of the law.