Exekveringsförordning

Exekveringsförordning is a Swedish term that translates to "enforcement decree" or "implementing decree." It refers to a legal instrument issued by the Swedish government or a specific authority to provide detailed regulations for the application of a law passed by the Riksdag (the Swedish Parliament). Laws enacted by the Riksdag often set out general principles and objectives, and exekveringsförordningar flesh out these principles with specific rules, procedures, and conditions necessary for the law's practical implementation.

These decrees are crucial for ensuring that laws can be effectively put into practice. They can specify how permits are to be applied for, what criteria must be met for certain actions, the exact penalties for non-compliance, or the administrative processes involved. An exekveringsförordning cannot contradict the underlying law it is meant to implement; its purpose is to elaborate, not to alter. The authority to issue such decrees is typically granted by the law itself or by other governmental statutes. They are published and accessible to the public, ensuring transparency in the regulatory process.