‘Gateway to Constitutional Amendment’ Citizens' Voting Law Passes with Majority Support... Legislative Void Resolved After 11 Years
A newly revised Citizens' Voting Law that ensures the voting rights of overseas citizens passed the National Assembly, finally resolving a legislative gap that has lasted over 11 years after a Constitutional Court ruling.
President vs. Government on KRS, and Poles Want Consensus. Latest Survey
The Polish President has vetoed a proposed amendment to the law on the National Council of the Judiciary (KRS), as the Sejm has voted to restore constitutional standards for the election of KRS members.
On Strengthening the Concept of Family in the Constitution, just over 50 signatures have been collected
More than 50 signatures have been collected in Latvia to support a proposed constitutional definition of 'traditional family.'
Two transgender men sue Kansas over ‘dehumanizing’ driver’s license law
Two transgender men are suing the state of Kansas, claiming a new law invalidates their driver’s licenses in a discriminatory manner that violates their constitutional rights.
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 KRS sues the Tribunal over the provisions of the law on the KRS. It's about the election of a new Council
The KRS has filed a complaint to the Tribunal concerning provisions of the law that relate to the election process for its new members.
Does the ruling of the Constitutional Tribunal not published in the Journal of Laws have legal effects? A precedent question for the NSA
The article discusses a legal challenge in Poland regarding a woman's denial of caregiving benefits for her disabled son due to her employment status, raising questions about the interpretation of legislative rules.
[Breaking News] Constitutional Court Law Amendment Introducing 'Lawsuit Review System' Passed in National Assembly
The National Assembly of South Korea passed an amendment to the Constitutional Court Law that introduces a new lawsuit review system allowing parties to appeal decisions of lower courts to the Constitutional Court for constitutional violations.
Week in Law with Radoslav Procházka: Freedom and Sovereignty in the Digital Geo-Economy
The piece discusses the interplay of legal issues concerning technological sovereignty and its role in strategic autonomy in the digital economy, as analyzed by former constitutional lawyer Radoslav Procházka.
The Thought of Tomás y Valiente, 30 Years After His Assassination
The article reflects on the legacy and thought of Francisco Tomás y Valiente, a significant figure in Spanish constitutional law, on the 30th anniversary of his assassination.
Azzariti: "The proposal of the center-right is at high risk of unconstitutionality"
Gaetano Azzariti, a constitutional lawyer, criticizes the new electoral law proposed by the center-right, emphasizing its potential unconstitutionality and questioning its claimed benefits for political stability.
From Declaration to Constitution. The Adams and Jefferson Dispute
The article discusses the historical context of the Articles of Confederation and the evolution of American governance, particularly emphasizing the contributions of Thomas Jefferson and the weaknesses of the early federal government.
Heating law of the coalition: How much pressure can the government put on members of parliament?
The German Constitutional Court is debating whether there should be a constitutional limit on the speed of legislative processes, prompted by a challenge related to the government's heating law.
Mendonça dispenses Dias Toffoli's brothers from attending the Organized Crime CPI
Minister André Mendonça decided that the brothers of Minister Dias Toffoli do not need to attend the Organized Crime CPI based on constitutional protections against self-incrimination.
Read the presentation by Prof. Hrabar: Strong criticism of the Constitutional Court regarding surrogacy
Prof. Dubravka Hrabar criticized the Croatian Constitutional Court's decision on surrogacy at a round table discussion, calling it a serious threat to the rule of law and public order.
Bundestag: Is there a speed limit for legislation?
The German government is working to fulfill its promise to repeal the controversial heating law, while the Constitutional Court examines the expedited passage of the building energy law.
Lawsuit: Munich's Mayor Plans to Challenge Bed Tax Law at Federal Constitutional Court
The city of Munich is seeking to challenge a Bavarian law that prohibits a bed tax for tourists in hopes of generating additional revenue.
Party Prohibition: Is Democracy Still Defensible?
The article discusses the concept of 'defensive democracy' in Germany, questioning its effectiveness in the context of the AfD party's actions.
Constitutional Court: 'The provision of the Assembly and Demonstration Act that uniformly punishes unreported outdoor assemblies is unconstitutional'
South Korea's Constitutional Court ruled that the provision of the Assembly and Demonstration Act that imposes uniform punishment for unreported outdoor assemblies is unconstitutional, allowing the National Assembly to amend the law by August 31, 2027.
Minns government undermined own goal with NSW protest restrictions, constitutional challenge hears
A legal challenge against the NSW government's anti-protest law argues that it undermines its goal of enhancing social cohesion by effectively banning marches in Sydney’s CBD.
Maduro has no money to pay his lawyers; US denied he used Venezuela's money
The US has blocked Venezuela from paying legal fees for Nicolás Maduro, raising constitutional issues over his right to a defense.
Three lawsuits of unconstitutionality against the efficiency law in GAD were filed with the Constitutional Court
Three public actions of unconstitutionality were filed against the reform law of the Organic Code of Territorial Organization, Autonomy, and Decentralization in Ecuador.
Supreme Court Validates Law Requiring Technical Reports for Pavement Works in Piracicaba
The Brazilian Supreme Court ruled that a law requiring technical reports for pavement works in Piracicaba is constitutional, enhancing contract oversight.
Active-duty military request intervention from the Constitutional Court to participate in the debate of their social security law
Active-duty military personnel in Ecuador have called on the Constitutional Court to intervene and allow their participation in the discussion regarding a social security law for the Armed Forces.
Assembly approves dual training law amid alerts of constitutional flaws
Ecuador's National Assembly has approved a dual training law aimed at enhancing education-employment alignment, despite concerns about its constitutionality and potential impact on youth labor conditions.
Most on Surrogacy: A Precedent Has Been Set That Opens the Door to Circumventing the Law
Croatian politicians from the Most party have criticized a recent Constitutional Court ruling on surrogacy, claiming it sets a problematic precedent for circumventing Croatian law.
Executive Order: Constitution empowers President to amend laws — SAN
Kemi Pinheiro, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, asserts that the President has the authority to amend laws to align them with constitutional provisions, amid controversy over President Bola Tinubu's Executive Order.
We reveal the Polish-Hungarian network. Included are Piebiak, neo-judges of the Supreme Court, Czarnek, and the former deputy president of the Constitutional Tribunal
A large group of Polish lawyers and beneficiaries of the PiS power in Poland is reportedly collaborating with a network of Hungarian law professors closely aligned with Viktor Orban's Fidesz party.
Protected by the law: the true rights of migrants if ICE wants to enter a house in Texas
A recent ICE operation in Texas led to a federal lawsuit after agents entered a home without a warrant, highlighting the constitutional rights of migrants in such situations.
Judges: A Key Step in the Autonomy of the City
The article discusses the constitutional implications of appointing judges to national courts based in Buenos Aires, highlighting the city's struggle for judicial autonomy.
When does the labor modernization law come into force: the constitutional aspects
The article discusses the implementation timing of Argentina's labor modernization law and its constitutional implications for workers' rights.
Whistleblower: US immigration service agents' training is inappropriate
Ryan Schwank, a former law instructor at the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement Academy, resigned after claiming he was instructed to train recruits to violate the Constitution.
Veto of project that required drivers to assist injured animals is maintained by the Teresina City Council
The Teresina City Council upheld Mayor Silvio Mendes' veto of a law that would have mandated drivers to assist injured animals after an accident, citing constitutional concerns.
Maciej Gutowski, Piotr Kardas: Still About Nonexistent Judgments and the Rule of Law Dispute
The article discusses the debate surrounding judgments from judges appointed under the controversial neo-KRS recommendations in Poland, focusing on legal and constitutional implications.
Nigeria: When the President Makes the Law - Executive Order 9, the PIA, and the Question of Who Can Stop It
The article discusses President Bola Tinubu's Executive Order No. 9, which undermines the Petroleum Industry Act by allowing direct revenue remittance from the NNPCL to the Federation Account, raising constitutional crisis questions regarding executive power in Nigeria.
Introduction of a lawsuit petition... "Only increases litigation costs" "Enhancing the guarantee of fundamental rights"
A new law allowing constitutional complaints regarding violations of basic rights is causing a heated debate between the Supreme Court and the Constitutional Court in South Korea.
Spain’s top court rejects father’s bid to block daughter’s euthanasia
Spain's top court has denied a father's appeal to prevent his daughter from accessing euthanasia, affirming her legal right to choose this option under Spanish law.
Court Overturns Tariffs: The Great Usurpation
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled against the unconstitutional power exercised by President Trump regarding tariffs, aiming to uphold the separation of powers in the government.
Reversal of tariffs
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump were unconstitutional, reiterating the separation of powers in tax legislation.
STF analyzes decision that limited 'penduricalhos' next Wednesday; see questions and answers
Brazil's Supreme Court will review limitations on additional compensation payments exceeding constitutional salary caps next Wednesday.
The Wsj Scolds Him: "The Lowest Point of the Presidency"
An editorial in the Wall Street Journal criticizes President Donald Trump's recent attacks on the Supreme Court following a ruling against his tariffs, stating this marks a low point in his presidency.
Should the Territorial Clause of the Constitution Never Be Altered? [Column by Jeong Wook-sik]
The article discusses the South Korean constitutional territorial clause and the implications of potential changes to it in the context of traditional understandings of sovereignty and territory.
Vice Prefect of Imbabura to Lead Filing of Unconstitutionality Claim Against Efficiency Spending Law of the GAD
The Vice Prefect of Imbabura, Paolina Vercoutère, is set to file a claim of unconstitutionality against a newly approved spending efficiency law, facing opposition from local authorities.
Rodolfo Díaz, former Minister of Labor in Carlos Menem's government and prominent constitutional lawyer, has died
Rodolfo Díaz, former Minister of Labor during Carlos Menem's presidency and influential figure in constitutional law, passed away at the age of 82.
Surprise! The Supreme Court gave President Trump a lesson
The U.S. Supreme Court declared unconstitutional the tariffs imposed by President Trump without Congressional approval, leaving him in a difficult position.
The Catalan PP announces a challenge to the Constitutional Court against the limitation of speculative housing purchases agreed between Illa and the commoners
The Catalan PP plans to challenge the proposed law limiting speculative housing purchases in Catalonia, claiming it attacks private property rights.
The right to digital education and constitutional provisions
The article discusses the implications of introducing artificial intelligence applications in education and the constitutional considerations surrounding it.
JOHN YOO: Supreme Court tariff ruling should end complaints that justices favor Trump
The Supreme Court's ruling against Trump's worldwide tariffs emphasizes the constitutional authority of Congress in imposing tariffs, potentially ending criticisms of judicial bias toward Trump.
The Chairman of the Judicial Council warns that the new pension law may violate three points of the Constitution
The Chairman of the Judicial Council of Latvia has raised concerns that a proposed special pension law for judges and prosecutors may infringe on constitutional rights by affecting their financial security and independence.
Current Lexicon: What is the Rent Brake?
The article discusses Germany's 'Rent Brake' law, which limits how much landlords can increase rents in areas with tight housing markets, and notes its recent approval by the Federal Constitutional Court.