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Ministry of Justice at Europe Forum: Future of democracy and the rule of law in Europe
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15.8.2022 15.55
Minister of Justice Henriksson to attend informal ministerial meeting on justice and home affairs in Zagreb
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23.1.2020 9.32
Effective crime prevention methods are sought at conference in Helsinki
Press release
11.12.2019 12.29
EU and US justice ministers to discuss judicial cooperation and sustainability of electoral processes
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9.12.2019 10.20
EU justice ministers underlined victims’ rights
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3.12.2019 17.51
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Rule of law
Finnish democracy is built on the rule of law. The Ministry of Justice is responsible for ensuring that the rule of law is observed in Finland.
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Constitution
In Finland, the Constitution lays the foundation for all legislation and exercise of public authority. We are responsible for the high-quality drafting of fundamental legislation, such as acts concerning fundamental rights and legal protection.
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Crime and punishment
The Ministry of Justice is responsible for drafting the Criminal Code and the legislation concerning the enforcement of punishments. Punishments are at the core of the criminal sanctions system.