Durchführungsauftrag

A Durchführungsauftrag, often translated as an "implementation order" or "execution order," is a legal instrument in German administrative law. It serves to delegate the authority to carry out specific governmental tasks or regulations from a higher authority to a lower one or to a different entity. This delegation is not a transfer of ultimate responsibility but rather a practical allocation of duties for the effective administration of laws and policies.

Such orders are typically issued by federal ministries to state authorities (Länder) or by state ministries to municipal administrations. They are crucial for ensuring that national laws can be implemented consistently and efficiently across different administrative levels. The Durchführungsauftrag specifies the scope of the delegated authority, the tasks to be performed, and often includes guidelines or directives on how these tasks should be executed.

The legal basis for a Durchführungsauftrag is usually found in specific federal or state laws that permit such delegations. It is a mechanism to streamline governmental operations by allowing those closer to the practical execution of a task to manage its implementation, while the originating authority retains oversight and ultimate accountability. The recipient of a Durchführungsauftrag is bound to act within the powers granted and in accordance with the instructions provided.