rikosoikeudenkäyntiin
Rikosoikeudenkäyntiin is a Finnish term referring to the criminal trial, the procedural phase in which an alleged offense is examined in court and a decision is made on guilt and punishment. It encompasses both the pre-trial investigation and the subsequent court proceedings. The process is governed by the Code of Judicial Procedure and related criminal laws, with core principles such as the presumption of innocence, the right to a fair trial, and equality of arms.
The typical sequence begins with a police or public prosecutor–conducted investigation when there is reason to
During the trial, the judge or panel of judges, assisted by a public prosecutor and the defense,
A verdict is issued by the court, determining guilt or innocence. If convicted, a sentence is imposed,