Tiedoksiantopäivä

Tiedoksiantopäivä, meaning "Notification Day" or "Information Day" in English, is a specific term used in Finland, particularly in the context of public administration and legal proceedings. It refers to the day when an official notification or information is considered to have been delivered to a recipient. This concept is crucial for establishing the legal validity of various actions, such as official letters, court summons, or administrative decisions.

The precise legal effect of Tiedoksiantopäivä depends on the specific legislation or regulation governing the matter. Generally, it marks the starting point for any time limits that may be associated with the notification. For instance, if a document is sent by mail and deemed to be delivered on a particular Tiedoksiantopäivä, any appeal period or response deadline will commence from that date.

In Finnish law, there are established rules regarding how and when a Tiedoksiantopäivä is determined. This can involve various methods of delivery, including postal mail, electronic communication, or personal delivery. For postal deliveries, there are often presumptions about when a letter is considered delivered, even if the recipient claims not to have received it. Electronic notifications also have their own specific regulations to define the date of delivery. Understanding Tiedoksiantopäivä is therefore essential for individuals and organizations interacting with Finnish authorities to ensure compliance with deadlines and legal requirements.