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
Criteria and limits: The decision to impose lisakaristus is generally subject to proportionality requirements, safeguards against
Relation to other penalties: It may operate concurrently or consecutively with the principal sentence and is
Usage and status: The concept is primarily discussed in theoretical or comparative law contexts; in many legal
Etymology: The term derives from Finnic roots, with lis meaning “additional” and karistus meaning “punishment.”