Vanhentumissäädösten
Vanhentumissäädökset, known in English as statutes of limitations, are legal provisions that set a maximum time period after an event within which legal proceedings may be initiated. If legal action is not taken within the prescribed timeframe, the right to sue or prosecute is extinguished, and the claim or offense becomes unenforceable. These regulations are a fundamental aspect of many legal systems, aiming to provide legal certainty, prevent stale claims from being brought forward when evidence may be lost or unreliable, and protect potential defendants from indefinite liability.
The specific time limits for different types of claims and offenses vary significantly depending on the jurisdiction
The commencement of the limitation period is also crucial. Generally, it begins to run from the date