Agenda Profile: Kalle Grünthal
Draft law amending the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act and the International Sanctions Act (640 SE) – third reading
2025-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
Strong opposition to the draft amendment (640 SE) of the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act, as it violates the right to personal inviolability and is in conflict with the Constitution. The position is strongly value-driven, focusing on protecting the principles of the rule of law and constitutionality, while criticizing the Riigikogu’s previous “serious blunder.”
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
Demonstrates a profound awareness of legal and procedural matters, particularly concerning surveillance activities and the processing of personal data outside of criminal proceedings. It refers to specific technical details (11 register databases, license plate recognition cameras) and cites authoritative sources, such as top lawyer Carri Ginter.
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Rhetorical Style
The tone is extremely serious and urgent, emphasizing that the matter is "extremely serious" and involves an unconstitutional law. It employs both logical legal arguments and an emotional framework, referencing the "fairytale" of Estonia as a state governed by the rule of law and the transformation of its citizens into potential criminals.
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Activity Patterns
The speeches were delivered during the third reading of the bill at the Riigikogu session, demonstrating active participation in critical legislative debates. The focus is on raising procedural and constitutional issues immediately prior to the vote.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed at the Riigikogu and the initiators of the bill, accusing them of adopting unconstitutional laws and utilizing the expedited procedure. It refers to previous instances where the Chancellor of Justice and the President returned legislation, emphasizing the lack of procedural quality.
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Collaboration Style
There is no direct reference to cooperation, but the person inquires about options for halting the process, specifically citing the convening of the Council of Elders and an appeal to the Supreme Court for constitutional review, thereby seeking procedural solutions.
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Regional Focus
Focuses strictly on national legislation and constitutional issues within the Republic of Estonia, without mentioning regional or local topics.
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Economic Views
Not enough data.
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Social Issues
The central theme is the privacy and protection of citizens' fundamental rights against state surveillance, arguing that the law expands investigative measures beyond criminal proceedings to encompass all ordinary citizens. It emphasizes the violation of civil liberties, as all individuals are effectively turned into potential criminals.
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Legislative Focus
The main priority is stopping or rejecting the adoption of the draft Law on the Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing due to its unconstitutionality. [The subject] is actively inquiring about opportunities to appeal to the Supreme Court under constitutional review proceedings.
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