udgivelsesorgan

Udgivelsesorgan is a term used in Nordic administrative law to describe the public authority or body that is designated to issue and publish official acts, regulations, decisions and notices. The primary function is to ensure that legal acts are publicly accessible and come into force according to a defined timetable. The udgivelsesorgan typically maintains an official publication, such as a government gazette or statutory database, and may be responsible for editing, authorizing and distributing texts to the public and to other authorities. In practice, it often serves as the formal source of law; publication in the designated organ marks the text as legally effective, with the date of publication frequently determining the entry into force.

The exact structure of an udgivelsesorgan varies by jurisdiction. It may be a dedicated unit within a ministry, a central government publication office, or a statutory office responsible for official publications. In many Nordic countries, the official publication is the authoritative channel for new laws and regulations and may also include administrative circulars, decisions, and, in some systems, court judgments. Access is typically free and public through both print and digital formats, ensuring transparency and predictability for citizens and businesses. See also official gazette, promulgation, and publication requirements in administrative law.