The master's thesis focuses on the possibilities of introducing automated decision-making in administrative procedures in Slovenia. In an era of increasing digitalization, questions arise about how to uphold the fundamental principles of the rule of law, the protection of parties, and decision-making transparency when integrating new technologies. The purpose of the thesis is to assess the existing legal basis in the Slovenian General Administrative Procedure Act and to comparatively analyse good practices in Finland. The research applies normative, comparative, and empirical methods. It includes analysis of laws, professional literature, and administrative practice, complemented by interviews with employees of the Social Work Centre and the Financial Administration of the Republic of Slovenia. The focus is on a systemic evaluation of legal solutions and the formulation of supplementary legislative proposals. European regulatory guidelines and ethical aspects of decision-making without human involvement are also considered. The findings indicate that automated decision-making could be introduced in certain areas with a high number of repetitive cases, but this would require careful legal regulation. The Finnish legal framework, which has already implemented such solutions, provides useful guidance and highlights the risks of premature introduction without adequate safeguards. The contribution of the thesis lies in formulating legislative recommendations and highlighting the importance of digital fairness in administrative procedures. The results are relevant to policymakers and society at large, as they address the accessibility and reliability of modern public administration and the importance of human oversight in automated decision-making systems.
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