perustuslakimuutoksen

Perustuslakimuutos refers to the amendment of a constitution. In Finland, the process of amending the Constitution of Finland is outlined in the Constitution itself. It is a more rigorous procedure than ordinary legislation, reflecting the fundamental nature of constitutional law.

To amend the Constitution of Finland, a proposal must first be made. This proposal is then debated and voted upon by the Parliament. Crucially, after the first parliamentary approval, a parliamentary election must be held. Following the election, the newly formed Parliament must again approve the same constitutional amendment proposal. This two-stage approval process, separated by a general election, ensures that constitutional changes are thoroughly considered and have broad public support.

The rationale behind this stringent process is to safeguard the core principles and structures of the state, preventing hasty or ill-considered alterations to fundamental law. It ensures that any changes reflect a stable consensus within the society and its elected representatives. The President of Finland then promulgates the amended constitution. The specific articles and procedures for constitutional amendments are detailed within Chapter 13 of the Finnish Constitution.