Government bills7

Topicenforcement of a punishment7
  1. HE 26/2026 vpPassed with amendments

    Reforming enforcement of fines and forfeitures

    The ordering of conversion sentences for unpaid fines, the enforcement of forfeitures, and the granting of extensions to pay fines will be streamlined and digitalised. Those liable to pay will also be able to request an administrative review of decisions made by the Legal Register Centre.

    12 Jun 2026 · passed without a vote
  2. HE 8/2026 vpPassed with amendments

    Extending and expanding juvenile punishment

    The maximum duration of juvenile punishment for under-18s will be extended from one year to two years, and it will be imposed more frequently than at present. The punishment can include more guidance towards studies and voluntary substance abuse treatment.

    29 Apr 2026 · passed without a vote
  3. HE 120/2026 vpIn progress

    Enhancing prison security and supervision

    The Criminal Sanctions Agency will receive clearer powers to restrict prison operations in serious societal disruptions and to supervise prisoners in everyday life. At the same time, security requirements for prison leaves will be tightened, and prisoners' ability to use their personal payment cards will be promoted.

    11 Sep 2026 · no votes yet
  4. HE 246/2020 vpPassed with amendments

    Reforming criminal sanctions procedures and data protection

    Provisions on the processing of personal data and registers at the Criminal Sanctions Agency will be reformed to meet EU data protection requirements. At the same time, procedures and decision-making relating to the enforcement of imprisonment and community sanctions will be clarified and harmonised.

    19 Nov 2021 · 1 vote

    Only vote · 1. lakiehdotus, 31 §, mietintö / Mari Rantanen

    102 jaa
    72 ei
  5. HE 44/2021 vpPassed with amendments

    Enabling Covid restrictions in prisons

    Activities, visits and prison leaves in prisons may be restricted to prevent coronavirus infections. In addition, the commencement and serving of community sanctions may be postponed where necessary due to the epidemic situation.

    26 May 2021 · passed without a vote
  6. HE 29/2020 vpPassed with amendments

    Temporary postponement of prison sentences

    The start of conversion sentences for fines and unconditional prison sentences will be temporarily postponed due to the coronavirus epidemic. No new reporting dates will be set by the end of July 2020 for sentenced offenders arriving in prison from liberty.

    7 Apr 2020 · passed without a vote
  7. HE 48/2025 vpIn progress

    Converting foreign death penalties into imprisonment

    Finnish authorities will receive the competence to convert a death penalty imposed abroad into a prison sentence to be served in Finland. The amendment would enable the transfer and enforcement of sentences in Finland where the sentenced person is a Finnish citizen or resides in Finland.

    26 May 2026 · no votes yet