der Auskunftsanspruch
Translation
right to information, claim for information
Examples
Jeder Bürger hat einen Auskunftsanspruch.
Every citizen has a right to information.
Sie machte ihren Auskunftsanspruch geltend.
She asserted her claim for information.
Grammar Patterns
to have a right to information ((from sb./sth.)) The citizen has a right to information from the authority.
Similar Words
Informationsrecht, Recht auf Auskunft
Etymology
Composed of 'Auskunft' (information) + '-s-' (linking element) + 'Anspruch' (claim, right). Literally a 'claim for information'.
Memory Tips
A legal term. Break it down: 'Auskunft' (info) + 'Anspruch' (claim). A claim to get info.