ulosottoperustetta

Ulosottoperuste is a Finnish legal term referring to the grounds for enforcement proceedings. It is the legal basis upon which a creditor can initiate collection measures against a debtor. Essentially, it is the document or decision that establishes a debt as enforceable.

Common examples of ulosottoperuste include a court judgment, a payment order, a foreclosure judgment, a bill of exchange, a cheque, a promissory note, or a tax assessment. The ulosottoperuste must be legally binding and unequivocally demonstrate the existence of a debt and the debtor's obligation to pay.

For enforcement proceedings to be initiated, the ulosottoperuste must be considered "ulottuvainen" (enforceable) and "täytäntöönpanokelpoinen" (executable). This means it meets the legal requirements for the enforcement authority (ulosottoviranomainen) to act upon it. Without a valid ulosottoperuste, a creditor cannot legally compel a debtor to pay through enforcement measures like wage garnishment or seizure of assets.

The ulosottoperuste is a crucial document in the enforcement process, as it provides the authority for the enforcement officer to take action to satisfy the creditor's claim. The specific requirements for what constitutes a valid ulosottoperuste can vary depending on the type of debt and the relevant legislation in Finland.