oikekusuoja
Oikekusuoja is a term that appears in Finnish-language discussions to denote the protection of individuals’ legal rights within the justice system, emphasizing the procedural safeguards that ensure fairness in the application of law. It is not an officially defined term in Finnish constitutional law, but it is used in academic and public debates as a shorthand for ensuring due process, access to remedies, and reliable judicial proceedings.
Etymology and usage: The word combines oikeus (law, right) and suoja (protection). In practice, oikekusuoja is
Scope and components: Conceptually, oikekusuoja covers procedural guarantees that prevent miscarriages of justice and protect individuals
Legal context: In Finland, protections related to oikekusuoja are rooted in constitutional rights and European human
See also: oikeudenkäynti, oikeussuoja, Perustuslaki, oikeusturva, European Convention on Human Rights.