Tekijänoikeussuojelu

Tekijänoikeussuojelu refers to the legal protection granted to creators of original works of authorship. In Finland, this protection is governed by the Copyright Act (Tekijänoikeuslaki). It automatically applies to literary and artistic works as soon as they are expressed in a tangible form, meaning no registration is required. The purpose of copyright is to give creators exclusive rights to control how their works are used, disseminated, and reproduced.

These exclusive rights typically include the right to make copies of the work, to make it available to the public, and to create derivative works. The duration of copyright protection is generally for the life of the author and 70 years after their death. However, exceptions and limitations exist, allowing for certain uses of copyrighted material without permission, such as for private copying for personal use or for quotation in specific contexts.

Infringement of copyright occurs when someone uses a copyrighted work without the permission of the rights holder and outside the scope of legal exceptions. Remedies for infringement can include injunctions, damages, and even criminal penalties. Tekijänoikeussuojelu aims to balance the rights of creators with the public interest in accessing and using creative works. It plays a crucial role in fostering creativity and innovation by providing economic incentives for authors and artists.