informasjonsuttalelser

Informasjonsuttalelser are formal statements provided to inform a decision-maker about a matter under consideration. In Norwegian administrative and legal contexts, the term denotes documents or declarations that supply factual information, data, or expert analysis relevant to a case, inquiry, or regulatory process.

Purpose and scope: They may be prepared by individuals, organizations, companies, authorities, or experts and can accompany applications, inquiries, or investigations. Their primary function is to present verifiable information such as measurements, records, or analyses that help the decision-maker assess the facts. They are typically descriptive rather than advocacy-oriented, although they may address the relevance of information to a given outcome.

Content and format: In informasjonsuttalelser, the information should be accurate, traceable, and, where possible, supported by sources. They can include data tables, summaries of observations, or expert opinions, and are often referenced to documents in the case file.

Procedure and rights: Authorities may request informasjonsuttalelser as part of a procedure, setting deadlines for submission. Submissions may be subject to confidentiality rules and data protection law. Respondents are usually entitled to respond to or challenge information presented by others.

Impact and relation to other processes: They form part of the evidential base for decisions, licenses, or investigations. They differ from høringsuttalelser or pleadings, which express positions or arguments, whereas informasjonsuttalelser primarily convey factual information. In practice, they may be scrutinized for accuracy and completeness and can be revised if new information emerges.