säilytysvastuun

Säilytysvastuu is a Finnish legal term that translates to "custodial responsibility" or "responsibility of safekeeping." It refers to the obligation of a person or entity to safely store and protect property that does not belong to them. This responsibility can arise from various legal grounds, such as a contract, a statutory provision, or a general duty of care.

In a contractual context, säilytysvastuu is often established when goods are delivered for storage, repair, or processing. For example, a warehouse owner has a säilytysvastuu for the goods stored in their facility, and a dry cleaner has a säilytysvastuu for the clothes they are cleaning. The extent of this responsibility is usually defined by the contract, but in the absence of specific terms, general legal principles of care apply.

Statutory säilytysvastuu can be found in various laws, for instance, concerning the safekeeping of public records or the protection of children's assets by guardians. Generally, the responsible party is expected to act with the diligence of a prudent person in managing their own affairs. If the stored property is damaged, lost, or stolen due to the negligence or fault of the party with säilytysvastuu, they can be held liable for the resulting damages. This liability typically covers the value of the lost or damaged property and any consequential losses that can be directly attributed to the breach of custodial duty. The specific rules and remedies related to säilytysvastuu are detailed in Finnish contract and tort law.