rangaistustiedot

Rangaistustiedot are the penalties and related information recorded about a person after criminal sanctions have been issued. In Finland, they form part of the national criminal records system (rikosrekisteri), which is maintained primarily by the police and the courts. The information typically includes convictions, the type and severity of sanctions (such as fines, imprisonment, or community service), as well as start and end dates and the current status of any rehabilitation measures.

The purpose of rangaistustiedot is to support lawful decision-making in administration, policing, and judiciary, and to underpin background checks in contexts such as employment, housing, licensing, and security matters. Access to this information is restricted and regulated by law. Authorities may view rangaistustiedot for official purposes, while private entities like employers may obtain relevant details only with the person’s consent or under specific statutory conditions. Individuals generally have the right to obtain a copy of their own rangaistustiedot and to request corrections if the data are inaccurate, in line with data protection rules.

The legal framework for rangaistustiedot includes legislation on the criminal records and data protection, incorporating both national provisions and the European Union’s GDPR. The system is designed to balance public safety with individual privacy, providing safeguards to limit disclosure and to ensure accuracy. Retention and removal rules determine how long information remains in the record after sentences are served or rehabilitation is completed, with possible limitations on historical or minor offences depending on applicable law.