tutkintapyyntö

Tutkintapyyntö is a Finnish term that translates to "request for investigation" or "pre-inquiry request." It refers to a formal submission made to an authority, typically the police or a prosecutor's office, to initiate an investigation into a suspected criminal offense. This request can be made by any individual who has information about a crime or by a victim of a crime.

The purpose of a tutkintapyyntö is to alert the authorities to a potential violation of the law and to prompt them to assess whether there are sufficient grounds to commence a formal criminal investigation. The entity receiving the request will review the information provided and decide whether to proceed with a preliminary investigation. This decision is based on factors such as the credibility of the information, the severity of the alleged offense, and the availability of evidence.

If the authorities decide to proceed, a preliminary investigation, known as esitutkinta, will be launched. This process involves gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and interviewing the suspect, if one is identified. The outcome of the esitutkinta can lead to further legal proceedings, such as a prosecutor deciding to file charges. If the authorities determine that there are insufficient grounds for an investigation, they will typically inform the person who made the tutkintapyyntö of their decision.