Indsigelsesret

Indsigelsesret is a Danish legal term that denotes a right to object or raise opposition to a decision, action, or processing that affects an individual’s rights or interests. The concept is used in several contexts, most notably in data protection and in administrative procedures.

In data protection, the right to object is part of EU General Data Protection Regulation and is implemented in Danish law (databeskyttelsesloven). An individual may object to the processing of personal data on grounds relating to their particular situation, including processing based on legitimate interests, tasks carried out in the public interest, or official authority. If the objection concerns direct marketing, processing must cease unless the controller can demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds for continued processing. The data subject can exercise the right by contacting the data controller, and the controller must review the processing and provide a response within a reasonable time.

In administrative law, indsigelsesret refers to the right to oppose a decision or proposed decision by a public authority during an objection or consultation phase. The exact procedures and deadlines depend on the applicable statute, but typically involve submitting a written objection to the authority, which must consider the objections before finalizing the decision. If the objection is not resolved, the matter may be escalated to a higher administrative instance or the courts.

Indsigelsesret supports procedural fairness by enabling individuals to challenge decisions and processing that affect them and by ensuring authorities reassess concerns raised by objections.