Referendum, live news: today the voting goes on until 3 PM. Yesterday recorded turnout at 46%
The constitutional referendum on justice reform is taking place today, with voting open until 3 PM, following a record 46% turnout yesterday.
Voting on Changes to the Justice System Begins in Italy
Voting has begun in Italy on a referendum regarding constitutional reforms proposed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, aimed at separating the careers of judges and prosecutors.
Referendum, polling stations open: voting on justice reform. First turnout data at noon
Polling stations have opened in Italy for a constitutional referendum on justice reform with about 51 million eligible voters, and the first turnout data will be available at noon.
Justice Referendum 2026, here is what you need to vote
It is important for Italians to understand the voting process and requirements for the upcoming constitutional referendum on justice reform scheduled for March 22 and 23, 2026.
Justice Referendum, the appeal of the No front: 'Defense of the Constitution'
A multitude of volunteers organized hundreds of initiatives throughout Tuscany to campaign against the constitutional referendum scheduled for March 22 and 23.
Justice referendum, polling open on Sunday 22 and Monday 23 March: voting guide
Italians will vote on a constitutional referendum regarding judicial reform on March 22 and 23.
Anatomy of Paralysis. Five Axes of the Crisis that is Destroying the Constitutional Tribunal
The article analyzes the crisis surrounding the Polish Constitutional Tribunal, highlighting its decline in authority and effectiveness in upholding the constitution.
President Yoon's Call for Constitutional Revision, Minister Jeong Seong-ho Says Ministry of Justice Will Begin Legal Review
Justice Minister Jeong Seong-ho stated that the Ministry of Justice will initiate a legal review on constitutional revision following President Yoon's directives.
Piotr Szymaniak: The Tribunal evaded, but there's nothing to celebrate
The article discusses the ongoing conflicts and controversial decisions surrounding the Polish Constitutional Tribunal and the political maneuvers by ruling parties.
Referendum, Women's General States for Yes. Moratti: "Let's build a fairer and safer country"
Letizia Moratti supports a women's initiative promoting a constitutional referendum aimed at achieving a more equitable justice system in Italy.
Fontana: "As a lawyer, I say that this reform is necessary: don't let yourselves be instrumentalized"
Attilio Fontana, the president of Lombardy, urges voters to support the constitutional reform of the justice system in Italy, emphasizing its historical significance and need for change.
Prof. Jerzy Pisuliński: Can the Constitutional Tribunal Turn Back Time?
A group of PiS lawmakers is petitioning the Constitutional Tribunal to declare the current selection process for judges unconstitutional, arguing it infringes upon the continuity and individual terms of judges.
History of constitutional and justice referendums. Separation of careers: this is the third attempt
The upcoming referendum on justice reform by Meloni's government marks Italy's fifth constitutional referendum since 1946.
Prosecutor's Office Requests Clarification and Expansion from the Constitutional Court Regarding the Ruling on the ‘Four from Malvinas’
The General Prosecutor's Office of Ecuador is seeking clarification from the Constitutional Court following a ruling on the forced disappearance of four children known as the ‘four from Malvinas’.
The Sejm selected six judges for the Constitutional Tribunal. Żurek appeals to Nawrocki
The Polish Sejm has appointed six judges to the Constitutional Tribunal, raising questions about the acceptance of oaths by the new members and potential challenges to the validity of parliamentary elections.
Justice, the latest quip on the referendum: "Puts citizens’ lives at risk"
The ongoing electoral campaign for Italy's constitutional reform referendum on justice is intensifying, with opponents warning of threats to judicial independence.
Elections to the Constitutional Tribunal. PiS Candidate Without Recommendation
During a recent meeting, the committee gave positive recommendations to several candidates for the Constitutional Tribunal while rejecting one from PiS.
Kenya: High Court Orders Release of Man Detained Over Currency Mutilation Allegation
Kenya's High Court has ordered the release of a man who was improperly detained over allegations of mutilating currency notes, highlighting constitutional rights.
The Drawn Lots. When It Is the Case, the True Guarantee
The article discusses the legal system in Italy regarding the role of randomly selected citizens in judicial matters, particularly in cases involving the government.
The Presidium of the Sejm selected candidates for judges of the Constitutional Tribunal
The Presidium of the Sejm has recommended six candidates for judges of the Constitutional Tribunal, with opposition parties also proposing their own candidates ahead of the voting.
Ministry of Defense states it will comply with the Constitutional Court's ruling in the case of minors from Las Malvinas
The Ecuadorian Ministry of Defense pledged to comply with the Constitutional Court's orders regarding the forced disappearance of four minors from Las Malvinas, Guayaquil.
Constitutional Court declares forced disappearance of 4 minors from Las Malvinas and demands apologies and compensation for families
Ecuador's Constitutional Court ruled that the forced disappearance of four minors from Las Malvinas violated legal rights, demanding apologies and compensation for their families.
The Constitutional Court supports a detainee whose 'habeas corpus' was denied, the right to appear before a judge
The Constitutional Court of Spain has unanimously supported a detainee whose request for habeas corpus was denied, emphasizing the automaticity of judicial appearances post-arrest.
Moon Hyung-bae: 'Distortion of Law Crime, Legislation by the National Assembly Must Be Respected... I Have Also Been Reported Multiple Times'
Former Constitutional Court Chief Justice Moon Hyung-bae emphasized the importance of respecting the legislation of the 'Judicial Three Laws' led by the Democratic Party, while discussing the implications of the 'distortion of law' crime.
The appeal of Avs to expatriates: "Register as list representatives to vote in the referendum"
Avs encourages expatriates to register as list representatives to enable voting in the upcoming constitutional referendum on justice in Italy.
Commentators of Denník N: Fico is trying for a total disruption of justice
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has decided to maintain the original structure of the Office for the Protection of Whistleblowers, notwithstanding previous plans for its dissolution and replacement by a new office.
[Editorial] Constitutional Court Chief Justice Says He Feels "Heavy Responsibility" for Introducing Judicial Petition System, Must Be Fully Prepared
The Chief Justice of the Constitutional Court, Kim Sang-hwan, expressed his weighty responsibility regarding the implementation of the judicial petition system after it was approved in a recent cabinet meeting.
Kim Sang-Hwan, Chief Justice of the Constitutional Court, 'I feel a heavy responsibility for the introduction of the petition for adjudication'
Kim Sang-Hwan expressed a strong sense of responsibility regarding the introduction of the petition for adjudication law, promising thorough preparations at the Constitutional Court.
The instant book by magistrates supporting the reform
An instant book titled 'Magistrati per il Sì' explains magistrates' perspectives supporting the constitutional referendum on justice in Italy set for March 22-23.
Public security: Chamber debates lowering the age of criminal responsibility; see the list of countries that have already adopted it and the analysis of experts
The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies is set to vote on a proposal to reduce the age of criminal responsibility from 18 to 16 as part of a constitutional amendment focused on public security.
Luigi Mangione seeks to gut key evidence as prosecutors defend McDonald's search
In Luigi Mangione's trial, prosecutors are defending the search of his backpack, arguing that the evidence should be admissible despite defense claims of unconstitutionality.
While they scream for 'family in the can', they push Labor Justice out of the avenue
The article discusses the significance of the upcoming judgment on the constitutional status of Labor Justice in Brazil, juxtaposed against a vibrant cultural celebration.
'I will not remove it from the text,' says the rapporteur of the Public Security PEC about reducing the age of criminal responsibility
The rapporteur of the Public Security Constitutional Amendment Proposal in Brazil's Chamber of Deputies insists on maintaining the proposal to reduce the age of criminal responsibility from 18 to 16 years.
"I vote yes because they stole my life". Beniamino Zuncheddu's appeal for the referendum
Beniamino Zuncheddu, who spent 33 years imprisoned for a crime he did not commit, supports a constitutional reform referendum in Italy.
The fake news of Nordio about Vassalli favoring separate careers
The article critiques Justice Minister Nordio's claims regarding the constitutional amendment and its connection to Giuliano Vassalli's reforms from 1989.
The Justice Council is considering appealing to the Constitutional Court regarding judges' pension calculation
The Justice Council in Latvia plans to appeal to the Constitutional Court if the Saeima adopts the special pension law for judges and prosecutors again without significant changes.
The Constitutional Court declares that a pretrial detainee has the right to know the evidence against them even if the case is under secrecy
The Spanish Constitutional Court has unanimously ruled that pretrial detainees must be informed of the specific evidence against them, even in secret cases.
Oyewole’s elevation completes Supreme Court bench – CJN
The swearing-in of Justice Kayode Oyewole as a Supreme Court Justice completes the court's full constitutional complement, enhancing its ability to manage legal cases effectively, according to Chief Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun.
‘Direct Defense Against the Constitutional Complaint’ Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae... Did It Follow the ‘Plan’ of the Yang Seung-taek Judicial Scandal Documents?
The South Korean National Assembly is on the brink of passing an amendment that allows constitutional complaints against court rulings, which has sparked significant bureaucratic resistance led by Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae.
The Court to Chiapas: The SCJN will session outside of Mexico City for the first time in over a century
For the first time since 1917, the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) will hold a session outside of its headquarters in Mexico City, specifically in Tenejapa, Chiapas.
Nanni Moretti's 'Dear Diary' for the No to the Referendum
Renowned Italian filmmaker Nanni Moretti publicly announced his opposition to the upcoming constitutional referendum on justice reform scheduled for March 22-23.
How much does a judge earn? Check the salaries of magistrates in RN
Judges in the Rio Grande do Norte state of Brazil reported gross earnings exceeding R$100,000, surpassing the constitutional salary ceiling.
Zimbabweans Abroad Dismiss Ziyambi's Claim That Diaspora Voting Depends On Constitutional Amendment
The Zimbabwe Diaspora Vote Initiative refutes Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi's assertion that constitutional amendments are necessary for diaspora voting, claiming the right is already guaranteed under the Constitution.
Thomas rips Supreme Court tariffs ruling, says majority 'errs' on Constitution
Justice Clarence Thomas criticized the Supreme Court's ruling that blocked Donald Trump’s authority to impose tariffs, arguing it misinterpreted both constitutional and statutory laws regarding trade.
[Breaking News] Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae: Reforming the Judicial System Could Be a Constitutional Matter
Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae has expressed concerns about the ruling party's judicial reform bills, emphasizing the need for public debate and discussion as they could fundamentally change South Korea's judiciary system.
Jędrzej Bielecki: Donald Trump will not be a king
Neil Gorsuch, a Supreme Court Justice appointed by Trump, opposes the concentration of power in one individual, emphasizing the importance of constitutional adherence.
Referendum, Mantovano's Doubts About Gratteri: 'Does He Want to Investigate Those Who Support Yes?'
Alfredo Mantovano questions Nicola Gratteri's remarks about investigating those who support a constitutional justice reform in Italy during a conference in Rome.
NCCK: The Guilty Verdict for Yoon Seok-yeol is Justice Prevailing... No Power Above the Constitution
The Korea Christian Church Council supports the guilty verdict against former President Yoon Seok-yeol, emphasizing that no power stands above the Constitution.
IMSS Doctors Will Have Differentiated Benefits Due to Contagion Risk
The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation in Mexico has declared constitutional a regulation that provides differentiated benefits for medical personnel working in areas with contagion risk at the Mexican Institute of Social Security (IMSS).
Making Access to the Constitutional Court More Accessible for Socially Vulnerable Groups
Proposed amendments aim to ensure that state-provided legal assistance in constitutional court processes is available at the initial stages of complaint preparation, enhancing accessibility for socially vulnerable individuals.