AI Profiling: Vilja Toomast

The politician’s position consistently supports legislative initiatives put forth by the Government of the Republic. This support covers both the ratification of international law and the technical modernization of domestic procedural codes. His political framework is predominantly procedure-based and policy-centric, emphasizing the normative-technical correctness of draft legislation, a consensual approach, and rapid processing, even in the absence of impact assessments. Regarding penal policy (such as raising the unit fine), his views are strongly results-oriented, prioritizing increased compliance with the law and the protection of public order.

The politician's expertise is focused exclusively on the legal domain, dominating the subjects of Criminal Law and criminal policy. In this capacity, they handle in detail both legislative amendments (such as fine units and incarceration procedures) and the analysis of proposals put forth by interest groups. They consistently demonstrate profound procedural expertise, possessing a thorough understanding of the Legal Committee's work procedures, the processing of draft legislation, and the nuances involved in ratifying international treaties (ILO, criminal law). This expertise is further highlighted by the consistent use of specific technical terminology ("normatively technically correct," "non-conformity with the elements of the offense") and the ability to cite specific laws, officials, and ministerial areas of responsibility.

The speaker's rhetorical style throughout the period under review is extremely formal, procedural, and technical, strictly adhering to the role of the committee rapporteur in parliament. The emphasis is placed exclusively on logical argumentation, fact-based reporting, and the clarification of procedural details, prioritizing objectivity over persuasion. The tone is predominantly neutral, objective, and informative, consistently avoiding emotional or personal appeals, which underscores a commitment to the purely informational transmission of data.

The politician’s pattern of activity is strongly linked to the legislative rhythm of the Riigikogu, serving almost exclusively as the rapporteur for the Legal Affairs Committee. His work involves regular appearances before the plenary session, where he conveys the results of committee meetings, procedural decisions, and the voting outcomes on proposed amendments. This points to consistent and intensive procedural work in handling draft legislation, ranging from internal committee meetings (including site visits, such as to Tallinn Prison) to answering questions on the floor of the chamber. His communication pattern is therefore primarily directed at internal parliamentary reporting and advancing the legislative process.

The political opposition is predominantly policy-based, focusing on the substantive justification of draft legislation, such as the raising of fine rates, security considerations, and the necessity of impact assessments. The main opponents are the Center Party faction and individual committee members who vote against government bills or initiate legislative amendments deemed unreasonable (e.g., Kalle Grünthal). The criticism is pragmatic and aimed at rejecting specific proposed amendments, avoiding personal attacks and emphasizing a consensual approach regarding unreasonable initiatives.

The politician's cooperation style is characterized by a strong emphasis on consensus, whereby most decisions within the legal committee, including procedural proposals, are adopted unanimously or jointly. He/She acts as an open and pragmatic rapporteur, conveying the results of thorough deliberation to the plenary session while taking into account the concerns of various factions. Cooperation is extensive and inter-agency, involving close liaison with the Ministry of Justice, the Chancellor of Justice, and other ministries, while simultaneously acknowledging the contribution of specialists. His/Her pragmatic approach ensures that the committee collectively rejects proposals that are unrelated to the draft bill or have been insufficiently analyzed.

The politician's professional profile is defined by a strong concentration on national legislation and international relations, particularly concerning the International Labour Organization (ILO) and international law. Specific regional or local interests do not constitute a primary focus, resulting in the absence of systematic regional advocacy. Local authorities and regions (e.g., Tallinn, Võru, Viru, Pärnu) are mentioned exclusively as illustrative examples to support the discussion regarding national penal and fine policy.

The politician's economic views are characterized by strong fiscal responsibility and a consistent effort to avoid circumstances that generate costs for the state, whether these involve compensation for damages resulting from legal violations or caution when assuming international obligations. He strictly supports the "user pays" principle, emphasizing that offenders should bear the procedural costs so as not to burden taxpayers. To increase state budget revenues, he advocates raising the fine unit, deeming it proportional to the growth of the average wage. However, he remains cautious about linking fines directly to income, fearing income concealment. Overall, this is an approach that emphasizes budgetary discipline, focusing on cost avoidance and revenue generation through fines.

The politician's public profile is heavily focused on promoting public order and adherence to the law, stressing the disciplinary and deterrent effect of punitive measures (including fines) for minor infractions. A key theme is balancing security and individual liberties, addressed both in the context of inmates' rights (limiting solitary confinement) and maintaining public order (banning symbols of aggression). Overall, the profile concentrates on the mechanisms for implementing criminal law, regulatory discipline, and international labor standards, deliberately omitting traditional socio-ethical issues such as immigration or family policy.

The politician's legislative activity primarily centers on the domain of justice and criminal law, encompassing amendments to the Penal Code (specifically regarding the fine unit and symbols) and the Imprisonment Act, along with the ratification of international treaties (ICC, ILO). Their main role is procedural and supportive, serving as the rapporteur for the Legal Committee, overseeing the rapid handling of draft legislation, the review of proposed amendments, and their submission for the final vote. While generally a supporter, in November 2024 they also demonstrated the capacity to be a leading dissenter by proposing the rejection of a bill, which suggests an active and influential position in steering the lawmaking process.