Täidesaadetav

"Täidesaadetav" is an Estonian legal term that translates to "enforceable" or "executable" in English. It refers to a court decision, arbitral award, or other legally binding document that can be compelled to be carried out through official means. When a decision is deemed täidesaadetav, it means that the party obliged by the decision must fulfill its obligations, and if they fail to do so voluntarily, legal enforcement actions can be initiated.

The enforceability of a decision is typically established by a court order or a specific legal provision. For instance, a court judgment that has entered into force becomes täidesaadetav. This allows the prevailing party to seek the assistance of enforcement officers (täitevreket) to collect debts, seize property, or compel other actions stipulated in the judgment. Similarly, certain notarial acts or administrative decisions can also be made täidesaadetav.

The process of enforcing a täidesaadetav document is governed by specific Estonian laws, primarily the Enforcement Procedure Act (Täitemenetluse seadus). This act outlines the procedures, powers of enforcement officers, and the rights and obligations of parties involved in the enforcement proceedings. The aim of making a decision täidesaadetav is to ensure that legal rights and obligations are respected and that justice is effectively administered. Without enforceability, court decisions and other legal instruments would lose their practical value.