oikaisumenettelyyn

Oikaisumenettelyyn is a Finnish term referring to a formal procedure for rectifying errors or perceived injustices in administrative decisions. It is a pre-trial remedy available to individuals or entities who believe an official decision made by a public authority contains a factual or legal error. The primary purpose of the oikaisumenettelyyn is to allow the original decision-making authority to review and correct its own decision before it is challenged in a higher court.

This procedure is typically initiated by submitting a written request for rectification to the authority that issued the original decision. The request must clearly state the grounds for seeking the rectification, outlining the specific errors or injustices believed to exist. The authority then reviews the request and the original decision. They may decide to uphold the original decision, amend it, or in some cases, withdraw it entirely.

The oikaisumenettelyyn is a crucial step in the administrative process in Finland, offering an accessible and often faster way to resolve disputes compared to formal litigation. It emphasizes the principle of self-correction within administrative bodies, aiming to ensure that decisions are lawful and fair. If the oikaisumenettelyyn does not result in a satisfactory outcome, the individual or entity usually retains the right to appeal the decision to a higher administrative court. The specific rules and timelines for oikaisumenettelyyn are governed by Finnish administrative law.