Partsinnsyn

Partsinnsyn is a legal concept used in some administrative and judicial procedures to describe the right of the parties involved in a case to inspect the documents that form part of the case file. It is distinct from general public access to information, which is available to everyone; partsinnsyn is limited to those with an identifiable interest in the matter, such as the parties and their legal representatives.

The purpose of partsinnsyn is to ensure a fair and effective process by enabling each party to review evidence, submissions, and internal communications that have been presented to the decision-maker. Access typically covers documents submitted by the other parties and any materials created by the authority for the case. However, access may be restricted or redacted to protect privacy, confidential information, trade secrets, or other sensitive data.

Procedural aspects can vary by jurisdiction and case type, but common elements include a formal request for access, timelines for providing documents, and assurances that the information will be used solely for the purposes of the case. In some systems, the right to partsinnsyn is exercised through the agency’s or court’s case management tools, or by direct inspection at the relevant office.

Partsinnsyn interacts with broader access-to-information rules. While the public may have rights to view certain documents under general transparency laws, partsinnsyn focuses on ensuring that all parties in a dispute can review pertinent material to participate effectively in the proceedings. See also innsyn, offentleglova, forvaltningsloven.