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KKO 4065/1997 AI generated

Supreme Court dismissed claim for damages against state for police officer's lawful arrest actions.

Case Number KKO 4065/1997
Court / Authority
Jurisdiction Finland (FI)
Decision Date
Outcome Dismissed
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The Supreme Court dismissed the plaintiff's claim for damages against the state regarding a police officer's arrest. The plaintiff argued the officer's conduct was unlawful, but the court found the actions were justified under the law. Consequently, no liability existed because the officer acted within the scope of his official duties.

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S. 10 of the State Liability Act; The state is not liable for damages caused by a public official acting within the scope of his official duties if the act was lawful and not motivated by malice.

Keywords

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State Liability Act official duties lawful arrest public official state compensation scope of authority malice requirement

Cited Legislation

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State Liability Act s. 10

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