lisakaristus

Lisakaristus is a legal term used in some jurisdictions to describe an additional penalty imposed on top of a principal sentence. The term combines lis meaning “additional” with karistus meaning “punishment.” Its exact meaning and practice vary by jurisdiction. In comparative law discussions it is often described as a supplementary sanction that may be applied alongside imprisonment or fines, rather than a single consolidated sentence.

Typical forms can include extra fines, extended probation, compulsory rehabilitation programs, disqualification from certain activities, or other operative measures that are designed to supplement the main punishment.

Criteria and limits: The decision to impose lisakaristus is generally subject to proportionality requirements, safeguards against double punishment, and statutory maximums. Courts typically assess factors such as offense severity, culpability, and risk to public safety.

Relation to other penalties: It may operate concurrently or consecutively with the principal sentence and is often intended to cover ancillary harms such as restitution or public protection.

Usage and status: The concept is primarily discussed in theoretical or comparative law contexts; in many legal systems there is no formal category named “lisakaristus,” and similar ideas appear under headings like enhanced penalties, consecutive sentences, or restitution conditions.

Etymology: The term derives from Finnic roots, with lis meaning “additional” and karistus meaning “punishment.”