Tilbakehold

Tilbakehold is a Norwegian noun that denotes the act of withholding or holding back something that is due, owed, or expected. It can refer to the retention of goods, funds, information, or documents, as well as the act of refraining from releasing or disclosing them.

The term originates from the verb tilbakeholde, which combines elements related to “back” and “to hold.” In usage, tilbakehold is sometimes encountered in formal or bureaucratic language, whereas the related noun tilbakeholdelse or the verb tilbakeholde are more common in everyday Norwegian.

Common contexts for tilbakehold include withholding taxes from wages by employers or government authorities, the withholding of documents or information in legal or regulatory proceedings, and the temporary retention of funds or goods during disputes, enforcement actions, or debt collection. In legal contexts, the grounds for withholding may be specified by law, policy, or court order, and dispute resolution may determine whether withholding is permissible or must be released.

In broader terms, tilbakehold relates to concepts of disclosure, transparency, and due process in administrative and financial settings. It is often discussed alongside related ideas such as withholding obligations, withholding rights, and the balance between secrecy and accountability in law and governance.