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Salassapitovelvoite refers to a legal obligation of confidentiality in Finnish law. It mandates individuals or entities to keep certain information secret. This duty commonly arises in professional relationships, such as between a doctor and a patient, a lawyer and a client, or an employee and their employer. The specific scope and duration of the salassapitovelvoite can vary depending on the applicable law, contract, or professional code of conduct. Breaching this obligation can lead to civil liability, disciplinary action, or even criminal penalties, depending on the severity of the breach and the nature of the information disclosed. Exceptions to the salassapitovelvoite may exist in cases where disclosure is legally required, such as reporting certain crimes, or when consent is given by the individual whose information is protected. The purpose of salassapitovelvoite is to protect sensitive personal data, trade secrets, and other confidential information, thereby fostering trust and facilitating open communication within relationships where such information is exchanged.