oikeudenkäymiskaareen

Oikeudenkäymiskaari is the Finnish Code of Judicial Procedure. It is a fundamental piece of legislation that governs how legal proceedings are conducted in Finland. The current version of the oikeudenkäymiskaari entered into force in 1948 and has been amended numerous times since then. It is divided into different parts, covering civil, criminal, and administrative court procedures.

The code details the general principles of judicial proceedings, including the right to a fair trial, the principle of orality, and the principle of immediacy. It also outlines the rights and obligations of parties involved in a case, such as the plaintiff, defendant, prosecutor, and accused. Specific provisions are made regarding evidence, the summoning of witnesses, and the role of experts.

Furthermore, the oikeudenkäymiskaari defines the jurisdiction of various courts and the procedures for appeals. It sets out rules for the initiation of legal actions, the conduct of hearings, and the issuance of judgments. The overarching aim of the code is to ensure that legal disputes are resolved justly, efficiently, and in accordance with the rule of law. It is a complex and comprehensive statute that forms the backbone of the Finnish legal system.