eriprotseduure

Eriprotseduure, in Estonian administrative language, refers to a special or expedited procedure that applies in specific circumstances to speed up decision-making or to simplify steps in processing a request. The term combines eri, meaning special or separate, with protseduur, procedure.

In practice, eriprotseduure is defined by law or regulation and may apply to particular domains such as public procurement, licensing, social benefits, or asylum and migration processing, where delays would cause significant harm or where common rules would be impractical. Typical features include predetermined eligibility criteria, shortened time limits, fewer documentary requirements, and decisions based on objective indicators. The process is usually subject to oversight, with an explicit route for notification and, where applicable, limited avenues for appeal or review.

Examples include expedited licensing, emergency procurement, or temporary status determinations in high-demand programs. The intent is to balance the need for swift action with the protection of due process and equal treatment.

Challenges associated with eriprotseduure include potential risks of bias or reduced transparency, unequal access for applicants, and the need for clear safeguards such as published criteria, audit trails, and independent review mechanisms.