New Administrative Proceedings − More Effective Consumer Protection

Abstract

The following study presents new developments in the field of administrative proceedings in Hungary. It outlines the implementation of new regulations destined to simplify and accelerate the administrative procedure, inter alia, by the use of automated decision making and summary procedures, the institution of a new method for calculating administrative time limits, and a differentiated procedure in the case of proceedings initiated at the motion of administrative authorities. The paper also analyses the changes in legal remedies available to clients appealing against decisions rendered during an administrative procedure. The author concludes that the overall direction of change is positive; however, during the implementation of the new rules, temporary difficulties may occur.