unntatt

Unntatt is a Norwegian term used to indicate that a person, entity, or item is exempted from a rule, obligation, or requirement. Grammatically, it can function as an adjective describing something that is not subject to the rule, or as the past participle of the verb unnta, meaning to exempt or exclude.

Etymology: The word derives from the verb unnta. The related noun unntak means an exception, and the adjective unntatt shares the same semantic field of exclusion or exemption.

Usage: Unntatt appears in official and administrative language to mark exemptions. It is typically combined with prepositions such as fra, for example “unntatt fra betaling” (exempt from payment) or “unntatt skatt” (tax-exempt). In legal or policy texts, it may specify that certain persons, activities, or items are not governed by a given regulation, or are subject to a different regime.

Scope and limitations: Exemptions can be temporary or permanent, and may depend on specific criteria, statuses, or formal approvals. The exact wording of the exemption is important, and practical interpretation should reference the relevant statute or policy.

See also: unntak, unnta, offentleglova, skatt, avgifter.