viranomaisrekisteri

Viranomaisrekisteri translates to "authority register" in English. It is a term used in Finland to refer to a database or register maintained by a public authority. These registers typically contain information that is necessary for the authority to perform its official duties. The specific content and purpose of a viranomaisrekisteri vary widely depending on the authority responsible for it and the tasks it supports.

Examples of viranomaisrekisteri include registers of companies, citizens, vehicles, land ownership, or professional licenses. Access to and the processing of information within these registers are governed by Finnish law, particularly data protection regulations and administrative law. The aim is to ensure that public authorities have access to the data they need for their operations while also protecting the privacy and rights of individuals and entities whose information is held.

Public authorities may use these registers for a variety of functions such as issuing permits, collecting taxes, providing social services, or maintaining public order. The establishment and maintenance of such registers are fundamental to the functioning of a modern administrative system. The principle of public access to information, known as "julkisuusperiaate," also applies to many of these registers, though certain information may be confidential or subject to restrictions to protect privacy or other legitimate interests.