epillään

The term "epillään" is a Finnish word that translates to "on suspicion" or "under suspicion" in English. It refers to a state of being suspected of wrongdoing, typically in a legal or investigative context. When someone is epillään, it means that there are grounds to believe they may have committed a crime or engaged in some form of misconduct. This suspicion does not equate to guilt; rather, it initiates a process of investigation to determine the facts.

In Finnish legal proceedings, the concept of epillään is significant. It can be the basis for police investigations, searches, or questioning of individuals. The level of suspicion required to place someone epillään can vary depending on the nature of the alleged offense and the stage of the investigation. It is a crucial distinction in legal systems that a person is presumed innocent until proven guilty, and being epillään is the precursor to any potential accusation or conviction. The term is commonly used in news reports and legal discussions to describe the status of an individual involved in a case where their involvement is being examined.