kuolintodistukseen

Kuolintodistus is a Finnish term that translates to "death certificate" in English. It is an official document issued by a qualified medical professional, typically a doctor, confirming the death of an individual. The primary purpose of a death certificate is to legally record the death and provide essential information related to it.

The information contained within a death certificate generally includes the deceased's full name, date and time of death, place of death, date of birth, and sometimes the cause of death. It may also include details about the deceased's parents, spouse, and the informant who provided the information. The document is crucial for a variety of legal and administrative processes that follow a person's death.

In Finland, the issuance and management of death certificates are governed by specific legislation. They are required for tasks such as registering the death with the population register, settling estates, processing insurance claims, and obtaining permits for burial or cremation. Without a valid death certificate, these subsequent procedures cannot be initiated.

The accuracy of the information on the death certificate is vital, as it serves as the official record. Medical professionals are responsible for ensuring that the details provided are correct to the best of their knowledge. In cases where the cause of death is unclear or a medical examination was not performed, the certificate may reflect this uncertainty. The death certificate is a fundamental document in the vital statistics system of Finland.