Kohtumäärused

Kohtumäärused are judicial orders issued by a court in Estonia. They are distinct from court judgments (kohtuotsused), which are final decisions resolving a case on its merits. Kohtumäärused typically deal with procedural matters, interim relief, or other issues that arise during the course of legal proceedings but do not definitively end the case.

These orders can address a wide range of issues. For example, a court might issue a kohtumäärus to grant or deny a request for evidence, to set a deadline for submitting documents, to appoint an expert, or to allow or disallow an appeal of an interim decision. They can also be used to enforce previous court orders or to manage the flow of the litigation.

The issuance of a kohtumäärus is generally based on the court's assessment of the specific circumstances and legal provisions applicable at that stage of the proceedings. While not final judgments, kohtumäärused can have significant implications for the parties involved and the progression of the case. Parties may have the right to appeal certain kohtumäärused, depending on their nature and the relevant procedural rules. The purpose of these orders is to ensure the efficient and fair conduct of court proceedings.