Finland has extensive legal protections for women and their equality before the law; yet, they do not seem to be enforced in this case, as it disregarded its obligations to women under national, European, and international law. Not even the inherently Finnish laws, such as the Constitution, Criminal Code, Contracts Act, and Code of Judicial Procedure, were upheld, let alone provisions on legal representation. This is especially concerning given reports of widespread structural corruption and activities like the Dear Brother, which foster dependencies and conceal criminal conduct, making it appear to follow standard procedures.
For these reasons, this study aims to develop a nuanced understanding of the structural conditions affecting women, employing a doctrinal, qualitative, and interdisciplinary methodology. It critically examines the limitations of laws in light of the autocratic or narcissistic traits of wealthy individuals or governmental officers. As a result, Court proceedings seem biased, but should be transparent and comprehensible for laypersons, as legal protections are meant for everybody; without this, healing after the process is challenging, if not impossible.
Addressing systemic inequalities requires targeted reforms to enhance transparency, accountability, and accessibility. Strengthening mechanisms that allow objections, verbatim transcriptions, layperson juries, and the introduction of applicable laws can enhance ethical justice. Laws, made by people, can be modified by people; thus, adjusting the Code of Judicial Procedure benefits all, not just women. Importantly, legal systems should never serve as an incubator for authoritarian behavior among public officials or powerful individuals, as absolute power corrupts absolutely.
Keywords: Dear Brother, defamation, equality before the law, judicial procedures, narcissism, procedural fraud, suggestions for improvement, and women.
Citation: Brink, R. R. (2025). A Case Study on Equality Before the Law – Has Finland Been Able to Protect Its Women in The Divorce Proceedings Involving Mental Abuse?. J Psychol Neurosci; 7(4):1-9.
DOI : https://doi.org/10.47485/2693-2490.1136