esittämiskelpoisuus

Esittämiskelpoisuus is a Finnish legal concept that refers to the admissibility of evidence in court proceedings. It essentially means that evidence must be relevant and properly obtained to be considered by the judge or jury. If evidence is deemed not esittämiskelpoinen, it cannot be used in the trial, even if it might be persuasive.

The criteria for esittämiskelpoisuus vary depending on the type of evidence and the specific legal context. Generally, evidence must have a direct bearing on the facts in dispute and must not have been obtained in violation of fundamental legal rights, such as unlawful searches or coerced confessions. The principle aims to ensure a fair trial and protect the integrity of the legal process.

For example, in a criminal case, a confession obtained through torture would not be considered esittämiskelpoinen. Similarly, evidence found through an illegal wiretap might be excluded. The opposing party has the right to challenge the admissibility of evidence, and the court will make a ruling on whether it meets the requirements of esittämiskelpoisuus. This process helps to prevent the court from being influenced by unreliable or unfairly obtained information.