ametivõimude
Ametivõimud are bodies and persons authorized by law to exercise public power. In Estonia, the term covers central government ministries and agencies, local government authorities, as well as independent public bodies and offices that administer and enforce statutes, provide public services, or regulate specific activities. Ametivõimud perform administrative functions, issue permits and licenses, impose penalties, conduct inspections, and render decisions that have legal effect on individuals and entities.
Legal basis and division of powers: Ametivõimude actions are grounded in the Constitution of the Republic of
Examples include: ministries (e.g., Ministry of Finance, Ministry of the Interior), government agencies (e.g., Tax and
Accountability and oversight: Public authorities are subject to oversight by courts, parliamentary committees, and independent supervisory
Transparency and access: Ametivõimud are required to publish decisions, provide reasons, and enforce the principle of