Hallintosäädös

Hallintosäädös is a Finnish term referring to an administrative regulation or decree. It is a type of legal norm issued by an administrative authority, as opposed to laws enacted by the parliament or statutes issued by the government. Hallintosäädökset are used to specify and implement the provisions of laws and statutes, providing detailed rules and instructions for their application in practice.

These regulations are typically issued by ministries, government agencies, or other administrative bodies to govern specific areas of their operations or to clarify how certain laws should be interpreted and enforced. The authority to issue hallintosäädökset is derived from higher-level legislation. They are subordinate to laws and statutes and must not contradict them.

The purpose of hallintosäädökset is to ensure the consistent and efficient application of laws, provide clarity to citizens and businesses, and adapt legal frameworks to changing circumstances. They cover a wide range of subjects, from technical specifications and procedures to licensing requirements and environmental standards. While they have legal force, their scope is generally narrower than that of a law. Their issuance and content are subject to legal review to ensure they remain within the bounds of the delegated authority.