Revised legislation on sexual offences enters into force at the beginning of next year
21.12.2022 11.10

The amended provisions on sexual offences in the Criminal Code will enter into force on 1 January 2023. The reform aims to strengthen everyone’s right to sexual self-determination and the protection of personal integrity.
The Advisory Board on Civil Society Policy informs
An autonomous and dynamic civil society for all
3.10.2022 9.31
A truly multi-voiced civil society reinforces democracy and the crisis tolerance of society as a whole. In its new strategy, published today, as well as its Govern Programme objectives, the Advisory Board on Civil Society Policy (KANE) emphasises the importance of dynamism and autonomy in our changing world.
Report: Democratic deficit among immigrants and multilingual Finns must be fixed
15.6.2022 12.01

The voice of immigrants and multilingual Finns is not being heard in decision-making and public debate. A report published today by the Advisory Board for Ethnic Relations (ETNO) examines what kind of barriers to participation and exerting influence in society there are among immigrants and multilingual Finns and presents solutions for removing them.
All companies, cooperatives and associations to be given the possibility to organise virtual meetings
21.4.2022 13.39

The Government proposes a legislative amendment that would provide all limited liability companies, limited liability housing companies, cooperatives and associations with the possibility to hold their meetings completely remotely. The aim is to improve the opportunities of shareholders and members to participate in the meetings.
News
Polling station in parliamentary elections is determined based on voters’ place of residence on 10 February
News item
2.2.2023 11.04
Pilot: Text messages encourage young people to vote in elections
Press release
11.1.2023 9.48
Revised legislation on sexual offences enters into force at the beginning of next year
Press release
21.12.2022 11.10
Minister of Justice Henriksson to Africa in February 2023
News item
8.12.2022 15.31
New Guidelines for Impact Assessment to support high-quality law drafting
Press release
4.11.2022 14.55
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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.
Minister of Justice

Anna-Maja Henriksson
Minister of Justice