koostelaki

Koostelaki is a Finnish term that translates to "compilation law" or "codification law." It refers to a legislative act that consolidates and reorganizes existing laws on a particular subject into a single, coherent statute. The primary purpose of a koostelaki is to improve clarity, accessibility, and legal certainty by bringing together dispersed provisions that may have been enacted over a long period or from different legislative sources.

The process of creating a koostelaki typically involves a thorough review of existing legislation, identifying any inconsistencies, redundancies, or gaps. The goal is not to introduce significant new legal principles, but rather to present the law in a more organized and systematic manner. This can involve rephrasing provisions, updating terminology, and ensuring logical structure. While the substantive content of the law remains largely the same, the act of compilation itself can lead to a more unified understanding and application of the legal rules. Koostelaki acts are common in Finnish legal practice and are seen as a tool for legislative housekeeping and modernization. They contribute to the efficiency of the legal system by making laws easier to find, understand, and apply for both legal professionals and the general public.