The Czech Constitutional Court rejected the appeal of Vladimír Dbalý, former director of Na Homolce Hospital, definitively confirming his 10-year prison sentence and asset forfeiture. Dbalý has been conditionally released since 2024.

The Stankeviču family in Riga is battling to retain ownership of an apartment they honestly purchased, which was subsequently seized by police. Despite court rulings ordering them to vacate, the family is prepared to take their case to the Constitutional Court.

A court has ruled on the opposition filed by Julienne Mpemba, who was sentenced to 14 years in prison for kidnappings in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The court rejected a request to refer a preliminary question on discrimination to the constitutional court.

The Thai Constitutional Court has ruled to remove Paetongtarn Shinawatra from her political office.

The president of Spain's CIS, José Félix Tezanos, has appealed to the Constitutional Court to annul a €3,000 fine imposed by the Electoral Board for allegedly concealing a flash poll related to Prime Minister Sánchez's five-day reflection period.

Rašić stated that the Constitutional Court's decision aims to form the Assembly in Zaječar at all costs and prevent re-elections.

Montenegro's Ministry of Health has declared vaccination mandatory for children attending kindergarten, stating there is no basis for the Constitutional Court to accept an initiative against it.

Benin's Constitutional Court has announced the final results of the presidential election, confirming Finance Minister Romauld Wadagni as the next president. This confirmation comes amidst reports of ballot box stuffing during the election.

An opinion piece recommends Sarah Isgur's new book, which offers an insightful and humorous look at the Supreme Court and argues against unconstitutional court packing.

An opinion piece criticizes the President of the Constitutional Court for allegedly attempting to dictate to politicians, drawing parallels with the PS party's actions in the Eva Cruzeiro case and a suspended suspect from a March for Life attack.

Petrov and Peško have confirmed the ongoing cooperation between the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) and the Constitutional Court. This reaffirms their commitment to collaborative efforts.

The President of the Constitutional Court (TC) has asserted that the separation of powers is as crucial for democracy as the act of voting itself. This statement underscores the fundamental role of checks and balances in a democratic system.

Chinese telecom giant Huawei has obtained a referral to Romania's Constitutional Court regarding the potential unconstitutionality of the law that rejected its application for 5G network authorization over two years ago.

A date has been scheduled for the Constitutional Court challenge concerning CAB3 in Zimbabwe.

The Union of Employers in Montenegro expects the Constitutional Court to rule that the ban on Sunday work is unconstitutional, arguing there are no valid analyses proving it harms the economy or tourism. This comes after recent amendments to the Law on Internal Trade were passed.

Croatian Parliament Speaker Gordan Jandroković stated that the election of three constitutional judges on April 21 is not yet certain, despite hopes for a positive outcome.

The Bulgarian Constitutional Court has ruled that the 6-month limitation for individuals acting as chief prosecutor and chairman of the supreme court is not unconstitutional, as reported in a weekly legal news bulletin.

Portugal's Constitutional Court has been reviewing a law criminalizing "sexual conversion practices" for a year, with no convictions registered under the current legal framework.

Álvaro García Ortiz, the former Attorney General, has filed an appeal with the Constitutional Court, alleging a violation of his right to freedom of expression, effective judicial protection, and the presumption of innocence, among other rights.

The appointment of a new justice has brought Indonesia's Constitutional Court into the spotlight, particularly concerning petitions related to the TNI Law.

Lithuania's Constitutional Court (KT) has ruled that restricting assisted reproduction services to only married or registered partnership individuals is unconstitutional. This decision has led to a suspension of IVF procedures for new patients until a new law is adopted.

An article describes a 'reign of terror' and 'so-called elections,' highlighting issues such as police and criminal unity, a subservient judiciary, a compromised constitutional court, and threats to media freedom, alongside student arrests and changes to criminal laws.

Albania's Constitutional Court and the National Chamber of Advocates held a conference to discuss the fundamental principle of criminal law that prohibits double judgment or punishment for the same offense, advocating for its implementation according to European standards.

The Public Prosecutor's Office has appealed to the Constitutional Court regarding the conviction of former Attorney General Álvaro García, arguing that several fundamental rights of the ex-chief prosecutor were violated.

The Latvian Constitutional Court has ruled that the amount of support for restrictions on forestry activities in micro-reserves is in accordance with the Constitution.

Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj has appealed to the Constitutional Court, seeking to overturn decisions from a preliminary hearing in his corruption case at the Special Court Against Corruption and Organized Crime.

The Serbia Centre (SRCE) party accused Vladan Petrov, President of the Constitutional Court, of undermining the rule of law and admitting that the government is preparing new election fraud.

Portugal is dealing with the presumed conclusion of the election process for Constitutional Court judges, the new President's car usage, and growing concerns over the government's deficit.

The President of the Portuguese Constitutional Court, José João Abrantes, stated that the court "cannot be swayed by majorities" and expressed pride in the country's progressive constitution.

Austria's Constitutional Court has overturned a ban on photovoltaic installations in St. Pölten, which was imposed due to concerns about the town's visual appearance, though the decision's applicability to other locations is limited.

Montenegro's Constitutional Court has ruled that the existence of public interest cannot be proven by simple means, finding that a 2018 law establishing a new legal regime for already acquired rights was unconstitutional.

The Supreme Constitutional Court of Cyprus has rejected an appeal from Melios Zoo Park owner Menelaos Menelaou, affirming previous decisions that led to the zoo's closure in Agioi Trimithias.

The Constitutional Court of North Macedonia is challenging the salary system within the culture sector, raising key questions about whether the collective agreement exceeds legal delegation, establishes an autonomous payment system without a legal framework, and ensures clarity.

Predsednik Ustavnog suda Vladan Petrov izjavio je danas da je referat o predmetu koji je početkom 2024.

The Constitutional Court of North Macedonia has initiated proceedings to determine whether the Collective Agreement for Culture workers compromises the legality of the wage system. The court is examining if the agreement exceeds legal delegation, establishes an autonomous payment system without a legal framework, and provides clear criteria.

Slovenia's Constitutional Court has partially ruled in favor of Fidesz, granting the National Assembly one year to rectify unconstitutional elements within parts of the medical service law.

The Alliance of Chronic Patients in Romania is protesting the severe consequences of a delayed Constitutional Court decision concerning a government ordinance that mandates non-payment for the first day of medical leave.

The Bulgarian Constitutional Court has ruled that the six-month term limits the unlimited tenure of an acting Chief Prosecutor, clarifying the legal framework for the position.

Portugal's Constitutional Court has declared several legal norms unconstitutional, preventing the state from charging court fees to individuals earning less than the minimum wage.

Portugal's PS and PSD parties have reached an agreement on external bodies and decided to postpone the selection of judges for the Constitutional Court until May, when four positions will need to be filled instead of three.

The Pilnacek inquiry committee in Austria is facing accusations that the ÖVP-led Interior Ministry is obstructing its work and playing for time. The Green faction leader, Nina Tomaselli, suggests the ministry has no interest in clarification and is considering an appeal to the Constitutional Court.

Former Constitutional Court president Haşim Kılıç and ex-AKP minister Hüseyin Çelik have sharply criticized Turkey’s judiciary and executive presidency system, labeling them a 'disaster.'

An initiative has been submitted to the Constitutional Court to assess the constitutionality and legality of provisions in the Rulebook on scoring candidates for employment as university teachers. The review will determine if the university's position can be discriminatory.

The Austrian Interior Ministry expressed satisfaction with a Constitutional Court decision regarding the training of protection dogs.

Turkey’s Constitutional Court has for a second time found rights violations in the case of jailed city planner Tayfun Kahraman, ruling that the failure to implement its earlier decision violated his right to a fair trial.

Slovenia's Constitutional Court has temporarily suspended the enforcement of Article 8 of the 'Šutar Law,' which allowed for tax enforcement on financial social assistance, pending a final decision.

Residents in Málinec, Slovakia, are protesting against the expropriation of their land for a water management project by Vodohospodárska výstavba. They plan to appeal to the European Commission and the Constitutional Court.

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) on Thursday ruled that any mistake or slackness on the part of a party engaged in court proceedings does not entitle it to file an application under…

A heated debate erupted in the Albanian Parliament regarding the proposed ban on electric scooters, a decision that has been referred to the Constitutional Court. Deputy Erald Kapri criticized Interior Minister Besfort Lamallari, accusing authorities of persecuting youth while being lenient with powerful figures.

The Lahore High Court has dismissed a petition challenging the termination of service for the National Command Authority (NCA), ruling that the service rules are non-statutory and constitutional courts lack jurisdiction to review internal employment matters.

Poland's President has sworn in the country's first new constitutional court judges in four years, though a standoff remains as the President accepted only two of the new judges chosen by parliament while refusing to receive oaths from four others.

BMW and Mercedes have won a court battle, with the court upholding lower instance decisions, effectively closing the legal path for lawsuits seeking a ban on gasoline cars after 2030. The DUH organization is considering an appeal to the Federal Constitutional Court.

Former presidents of Portugal's Constitutional Court, José Manuel Cardoso da Costa, João Caupers, and Joaquim Sousa Ribeiro, have spoken out against a constitutional revision that could diminish the existing constitutional consensus, emphasizing pluralism as the 'golden rule' of the Court.

Twenty-three former members of the Bundestag have filed a constitutional complaint against the special fund, a move that could potentially undermine the country's financial foundation if the Constitutional Court in Karlsruhe were to adopt the challenge.

The Czech Constitutional Court has overturned a verdict against a Vietnamese-origin seller in a Prague cannabis shop who used a baseball bat to expel a customer filming without permission, deeming the original sentence too harsh.

Comisia Electroală Centrală (CEC) va propune Curții Constituționale validarea mandatului de deputat pentru Silvia Bondarenco, de pe lista Partidului Acțiune și Solidaritate (PAS).

The Latvian Constitutional Court began hearing a case on Tuesday, March 31, concerning the inclusion of Murmastiene parish, Varakļāni parish, and Varakļāni town into the Madona municipality.

Professor Jorge Miranda, a key author of the Portuguese Constitution, argues that any revision of the fundamental text must have the agreement of both the PSD and PS parties, while also excluding Chega from nominating judges for the Constitutional Court.

Latvia's Constitutional Court has ruled that public media outlets have the right, but not the obligation, to publish content in Russian.

The ongoing boycott and delay in appointing candidates to Slovakia's Constitutional Court has led to calls for the court's truncated plenum to take a more decisive stance, potentially suspending the effectiveness of laws.

The Constitutional Court of Congo-Brazzaville has officially confirmed the re-election of Denis Sassou-Nguesso as president.

The Constitutional Court of Congo-Brazzaville has officially confirmed the re-election of Denis Sassou-Nguesso as president.

Both the Government of Zenica-Doboj Canton and the University of Zenica are interpreting a recent decision by the Constitutional Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina regarding the Law on Higher Education in their own favor.

The Constitutional Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina has issued a series of decisions, including one related to the appointment of the chief negotiator, following a two-day session that also annulled the Republika Srpska Draft Constitution Decision.

The Slovak Progressive party has expelled a member of its presidium, signaling internal conflicts within the party, alongside mentions of issues concerning the Supreme and Constitutional Courts.

The party of Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob will legally challenge the election of Zoran Stevanović as the new Speaker of the National Assembly, filing a complaint with the Constitutional Court regarding a potential violation of secret ballot.

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković has expressed strong support for two HDZ candidates, Pajalić and Sučević, for positions on the Constitutional Court, with HDZ and SDP agreeing on these two names.

A constitutional complaint filed by former President Yoon Suk Yeol concerning a law mandating a special counsel probe into his insurrection charges has been referred for formal review by the Constitutional Court.

The Seimas will decide by secret ballot on Tuesday whether to appoint Tomas Davulis as Chairman of the Constitutional Court (KT).

Georgia's ruling Georgian Dream party plans to withdraw its appeal from the Constitutional Court and resubmit a revised version to include the Federalists party among the opposition forces it seeks to ban.

Jessica has been fighting for six years to regain custody of her son, who was removed 17 days after birth due to a false accusation and now lives with a foster family seeking adoption. Her case has reached the Constitutional Court, and her defense is exploring options in France, her country of origin.

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić sparked debate by comparing Constitutional Court President Vladan Petrov to 'Einstein' relative to Belgrade University Rector Vladan Đokić, hinting at a potential presidential race between the two and raising questions about the role of scientific influence in politics.

Portugal's Socialist Party (PS) has once again referred a bill on the loss of nationality, which was approved by right-wing parties, to the Constitutional Court. This move marks a continued political dispute over the legislation.

The Portuguese Communist Party (PCP) advocates for deputies to approve referendum questions by the end of 2027, to be submitted for review by the Constitutional Court and the President.

The Federal Constitutional Court has instructed the Capital Development Authority (CDA) to finalize regulations for informal settlements in Islamabad, following petitions against recent demolition drives.

Montenegro's Constitutional Court has requested responses from the government and parliament within 30 days regarding the non-working Sunday law, which a judge previously declared unconstitutional three months ago.

Ten years after civil unions, the Italian Parliament has stalled on LGBTQ+ rights, leaving the Constitutional Court (Consulta) to guarantee protections for same-sex couples, particularly concerning adoptions.

The State Constitutional Court in Hessen, Germany, is examining whether a public petition for a transport transition, previously rejected by the state government, is constitutional.

The Hungarian Constitutional Court has rejected a complaint regarding government propaganda messages sent under the guise of official information, stating that citizens bothered by them are not directly affected.

The opposition in Slovakia is warning against the 'liquidation' of Czech Television and Radio, planning obstructions and a constitutional court appeal, while the ruling coalition frames the changes as relief for citizens.

The Constitutional Court has upheld artist Milan Knížák's complaint, requiring the justice system to reconsider his judicial rehabilitation concerning his detention in 1974 for alleged damage to Czechoslovakia's interests abroad.

The Latvian Constitutional Court has ruled that the state has not provided adequate protection against excessive entertainment noise, deeming current noise assessment and management regulations unconstitutional.

Denis Zvizdić, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives of the Parliamentary Assembly of Bosnia and Herzegovina, has filed an appeal with the Constitutional Court of BiH. He seeks to stop budget payments used for lobbying for unconstitutional and illegal objectives.

Álvaro García Ortiz has appealed to the Constitutional Court to annul his conviction for revealing classified data, with the State Attorney's Office arguing fundamental rights were violated.

Austria's Constitutional Court has abolished the possibility of appeal against police intervention due to competence issues, and the deadline for a successor regulation has passed unused. This issue is discussed in a guest commentary.

The President of the Democratic Party (DS), Srđan Milivojević, announced that the party will appeal to the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg regarding alleged election theft in 2023, citing a statement by the Constitutional Court president as an admission.

Bulgaria's Constitutional Court has ruled that Sarafoff's position is illegitimate, a decision that effectively obliges the Prosecutorial College of the Supreme Judicial Council to replace him.

The Public Prosecutor's Office has criticized the Supreme Court, alleging it grants journalists a 'license to lie' in trials, and has requested the Constitutional Court annul the conviction of former Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz, citing disregarded media testimonies.

The Albanian Parliament's Council of Mandates is set to convene to discuss SPAK's request for the arrest of former Deputy Prime Minister Arben Ahmetaj (referred to as Balluku in the article), a move the Democratic Party group calls unprecedented as it precedes a Constitutional Court decision.

Following the permanent closure of Melios Zoo Park in Cyprus, confirmed after the Supreme Constitutional Court rejected the owner's appeals, two political parties have sharply responded, demanding urgent answers about the fate of the animals.

Savo Manojlović, leader of the Kreni-Promeni movement, criticized the Serbian Constitutional Court and its president, Vladan Petrov, for allegedly concealing difficult cases, stating the court's role is to protect citizens' rights, not hide constitutional violations.

An opinion piece discusses Portuguese politician André Ventura's political leanings, suggesting he often pivots left despite appealing to the right, also touching on the roles of Salesianos, Cascais, and the Constitutional Court president.

Opposition figures have criticized the statement by Constitutional Court President Vladan Petrov, who suggested the court might not address the 2023 election fraud case, calling it an admission of the suspension of the rule of law.

The Pakistani government has filed a review petition against a constitutional court's verdict issued on December 11, challenging the ruling.

North Macedonia's Constitutional Court and Kostadinovski assert that the use of the Albanian language will not be jeopardized, aiming to alleviate public fears and political tensions surrounding the Law on the Use of Languages.

Daniel Bombic was conditionally released from custody by the Slovak Supreme Court, prompting a former Constitutional Court president to call on judges to be "politically" calculating.

Austria's Constitutional Court has ruled that the confiscation of vehicles from speeders is permissible, but found an exception for vehicles not solely owned by the driver to be in violation of the equality principle.

Jessica's desperate plea to prevent the adoption of her son, who was taken from her at 17 days old due to a false report and is now six, has reached the Constitutional Court in a last-ditch effort.

Portugal's National Election Commission is calling for a revision of the Electoral Law to ensure that only candidates validated by the Constitutional Court appear on ballots, aiming to prevent "ghost candidates."

The Constitutional Court decided on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, to reject the request of former President Ilir Meta, upholding the court decisions that kept him under 'arrest in prison' security measure and confirming no violations during the process.

The Constitutional Court of North Macedonia has annulled a law that had previously reduced the salaries of judges in the country.

Portugal's PS and PSD parties have successfully resolved a deadlock concerning the appointment of judges to the Constitutional Court, preventing a political rupture.

The Supreme Constitutional Court in Cyprus has upheld a €2.1 million fine against the Organisation of Cattle Farmers (POA) for practices that severely restricted market competition in the milk sector.

The Financial Administration of the Republic of Slovenia (Furs) has stopped issuing orders for the seizure of monetary social assistance, following a temporary injunction by the Constitutional Court.

The Constitutional Court of Bulgaria will review a complaint from the caretaker government concerning a parliamentary decision that obliges the government to take measures against the price shock from high crude oil prices.

Albanian opposition figure Ina Zhupa has declared the new ports law unconstitutional, citing a lack of competition and transparency. She announced plans to challenge the law in the Constitutional Court.

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated that while no one knows his preferred presidential candidate, Constitutional Court President Vladan Petrov, who has been mentioned publicly, is 'not a bad idea'.

Journalist Jelena Obućina reported that she has information suggesting Constitutional Court President Vladan Petrov could be a candidate for the SNS party in the presidential election.

The Belgian federal government has appointed Frank Fleerackers, a public law professor at KU Leuven, as a judge to the Constitutional Court. He will be the third N-VA-affiliated judge on the six-member court.

Several Serbian civil society organizations have urged the Venice Commission to investigate and respond to the conduct of Vladan Petrov, the President of Serbia's Constitutional Court, regarding its alignment with established principles of behavior.

The Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) has requested the Constitutional Court to annul certain provisions of the Law on Internal Affairs, citing concerns over crime, corruption, and the removal of professionals within the Ministry of Interior.

Czech President Pavel has effectively blocked the concordat, with lawyer Jakub Kříž describing the original Senate proposal to the Constitutional Court as a "cavalier" suggestion that merely summarized doubts for assessment.

Austria's constitutional court has ruled that a short-hair rule for men in the military is illegal, after a male officer was fined for wearing his hair in a ponytail.

The Montenegrin government has adopted amendments to the Law on the Constitutional Court, which will simplify the mechanism for notifying judges about retirement conditions and clarify norms regarding conflicts of interest.

A discussion was held on the future of the Russian language in Latvian media following a Constitutional Court ruling, featuring the court president, culture minister, and a petitioner.

A video discussion explores the implications of the Constitutional Court's ruling on the use of the Russian language in Latvian media, featuring the court's chair, the Minister of Culture, and a petitioner.

The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has requested a response from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi within 10 days regarding the proposed formation of a 'release force' for jailed PTI founder Imran Khan.

Alberto Arons de Carvalho, a founding member of Portugal's Socialist Party (PS), believes there should be 'consequences,' such as impacts on state budgets, if the Social Democratic Party (PSD) chooses Chega over PS for an agreement on the Constitutional Court.

Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) province is threatening to take its dispute over the National Finance Commission (NFC) share to the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC), seeking a higher allocation following the merger of tribal districts.

Austria's Constitutional Court has confirmed that the regulation regarding complaints about the public broadcaster ORF can be interpreted to allow non-contributors to also file complaints.

Romania's Constitutional Court has declared unconstitutional an article in the law on the status of magistrates that granted the Superior Council of Magistracy (CSM) broad discretion over magistrate transfers. This decision removes a significant decision-making lever from the CSM.

The Italian right plans to raise a conflict of attribution before the Constitutional Court tomorrow in an attempt to save the former chief of staff, though a response may not come until close to the political elections.

Despite the prestige, a twelve-year mandate, a salary of around 70,000 euros annually, and partial immunity, no one in Slovakia has expressed interest in the position of a Constitutional Court judge in Košice.

Latvia's Constitutional Court ruled on Monday, March 30, that the use of minority languages in the Latvian Public Media (LSM) is not in compliance with the Constitution.

The Constitutional Court of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina has ruled that the use of the term "županija" (canton) and its derivatives in laws and acts is unconstitutional and must cease to be used in all regulations.

A Spanish magistrate, José María Macías, has criticized the Constitutional Court for its 'obsequious deference' to Prime Minister Sánchez's decrees, alleging a double standard that benefits the central government.

Socialist MEP Assis has criticized the PSD-Chega agreement on the Constitutional Court, calling it 'profoundly irresponsible.' The Socialist party is now preparing for the consequences of this agreement, aiming to prevent a full rupture with the PSD while seeking firm leadership.

A decision by Montenegro's Constitutional Court regarding Danilo Mandić's detention appeals has sparked debate over whether the court exceeded its jurisdiction, with experts noting the court can only assess reasonable suspicion in the context of human rights protection.

The Constitutional Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina discussed an initiative regarding Judge Marin Vukoja's attendance at a Marko Perković Thompson concert, offering a diplomatic response.

André Ventura, leader of Portugal's Chega party, has committed to initiating the constitutional review process by the end of the year. He denied any secret negotiations regarding the review or its connection to the Constitutional Court.

51 socialist deputies in Portugal have submitted a new request for preventive review by the Constitutional Court regarding the loss of nationality, citing violations of proportionality, penal necessity, and equality principles.

A Ugandan court has postponed the Shs3.8 billion case involving Ssali, pending a ruling from the Constitutional Court. The delay indicates a legal procedural step in the high-value case.

Stanislav Přibyl, the future Archbishop, stated that a problematic treaty between the Czech Republic and the Vatican, partly deemed unconstitutional by the Constitutional Court, is unlikely to be amended.

Pakistan's Federal Constitutional Court announced it would not conduct judicial work today, citing security arrangements for the arrival of foreign delegations. Staff were instructed to work from home.

Former Constitutional Court judge Tudorel Toader commented on the PSD's threat to withdraw its ministers, stating that such a move would reconfigure, rather than break, Romania's governing alliance. This indicates ongoing political tensions within the government.

The Slovak National Council would be in egregious violation of its constitutional duty by abolishing active postal voting rights, a move that would likely face immediate challenge in the Constitutional Court.

The Spanish Constitutional Court will examine whether compensatory pension payments to an ex-spouse can be terminated if they begin living with another person, following a former husband's demand for modification.

Fifty members of the Lithuanian Seimas have appealed to the Constitutional Court, requesting an investigation into whether provisions of the Law on Local Self-Government, which regulate the procedure for council members' payouts, contradict the country's main law, the Constitution.

Serbia's Constitutional Court has upheld an appeal by Zajecar's Progressive Party members, annulling previous decisions regarding the verification of councilors' mandates.

The head of the Romanian Constitutional Court has provided an explanation for the decision to annul the 2024 presidential elections.

The President of the Romanian Constitutional Court, Simina Tănăsescu, explained the unprecedented decision to annul the 2024 presidential elections, citing grave violations of the Constitution and electoral law.

The Czech Constitutional Court sided with Leonhard Josef Colloredo-Mansfeld, sending a restitution dispute over forests near Třebechovice pod Orebem back to the beginning. His family originally sought to reclaim approximately 50 hectares of land.

Germany is planning to increase civil servant salaries, resulting in billions of euros in costs despite ongoing austerity measures, a decision prompted by a constitutional court ruling.

The Spanish Constitutional Court unanimously sided with the Popular Party (PP) against the Congress Bureau's repeated extensions, ruling that the practice violated the rights of deputies to exercise their representative functions.

A date has been set for the Constitutional Court challenge regarding CAB3 in Zimbabwe, signaling the progression of a significant legal and constitutional dispute.

The Constitutional Court has issued a ruling stating that medical concessions, such as licenses or permits, are not to be traded. This decision clarifies regulations surrounding healthcare provisions.

Sąd pracy może zdecydować, czy zastępcze ślubowanie bez obecności prezydenta jest ważne, a osoby wybrane przez Sejm są sędziami Trybunału Konstytucyjnego.

Turkey's Social Security Institution denied a retirement payout to a civil servant dismissed after the 2016 coup attempt, despite Constitutional Court rulings in similar cases finding rights violations.

Austria's Constitutional Court (VfGH) has lifted an absolute ban on visible photovoltaic installations in St. Pölten, thereby strengthening climate protection and property rights against general urban landscape preservation rules.

The Italian Constitutional Court is preparing to decide on the case of Libyan General Almasri, who was accused of rape and torture, arrested in Italy over a year ago, and then immediately repatriated, with a victim now demanding a trial.

An opinion piece argues that education cannot and should not rely solely on punishment, suggesting the constitutional court steps in when punitive measures prove ineffective.

An article from Danas describes a 'reign of terror' in Serbia, highlighting the unity of police and criminals, a subservient judiciary, a self-negating Constitutional Court, and threats to free media, alongside student arrests and changes to criminal laws.

Erisa Xhixho, a Member of Parliament for the Freedom Party, has called the Constitutional Court's recent decision regarding Ilir Meta, the party's leader, absurd and unfair.

The Austrian Leasing Association has issued a warning following a decision by the Constitutional Court concerning 'Raserautos' (reckless driving cars), indicating potential implications for the industry.

Slovenian opposition leader Janez Janša announced that his SDS party will not challenge individual parliamentary mandates but plans to appeal a specific law to the Constitutional Court.

Savo Manojlović, leader of the 'Kreni-Promeni' movement, criticized the Serbian Constitutional Court, stating its role is to protect citizens' rights, not to conceal constitutional violations. This reaction follows a statement by Constitutional Court President Vladan Petrov about 'difficult cases being pushed into a drawer'.

Piran councilors in Slovenia have admitted to making wrong decisions and have themselves annulled spatial decrees that were previously suspended by the constitutional court, raising questions about issued building permits.

Jelena Nedović, President of the Administrative Board, commented on the distinction between private and state media during a session discussing requests from the Constitutional Court and Prosecutor's Office for additional allowances for judges and prosecutors.

A podcast episode of Poder Público discusses the week's political events in Portugal, focusing on the figure of Seguro and the arithmetic of lists for the Constitutional Court.

A Serbian news program discussed potential candidates for the upcoming presidential elections, focusing on Vladan Đokić, Rector of the University of Belgrade, and Vladan Petrov, President of the Constitutional Court.

Austria's Constitutional Court has ruled against a ban on photovoltaic systems imposed for townscape preservation, a decision that could have significant implications for municipalities nationwide. The ruling follows a successful lawsuit by a homeowner in St. Pölten.

The Polish parliament proceeded with the swearing-in of constitutional court judges, a move that reportedly defies the president and further complicates the country's rule-of-law crisis.

Austria's Constitutional Court has overturned a previous regulation, now allowing leased vehicles used for excessive speeding to be confiscated and auctioned, a measure previously only applicable to cars solely owned by the driver.

Constitutional Court President Vladan Petrov stated that the court may or may not complete the case regarding the annulment of the 2023 city elections, suggesting focus should shift to upcoming elections.

Nicușor Dan has challenged the law approving Government Emergency Ordinance no. 22/2025 on the corporate governance of public enterprises at the Constitutional Court of Romania, arguing that the normative act is unconstitutional.

Former Albanian President Ilir Meta reacted strongly after the Constitutional Court rejected his request concerning personal security measures and arrest procedures, calling the decision expected.

The Prosecutorial College of the Supreme Judicial Council in Bulgaria concluded a meeting in less than 15 minutes, discussing all agenda items but deliberately omitting any discussion on the replacement of acting Chief Prosecutor Borislav Sarafov, despite a recent Constitutional Court decision.

The behind-the-scenes process of selecting members for Portugal's Constitutional Court is revealed, detailing how parties negotiated representation and the presidency.

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković addressed the public, stating that the opposition is blocking the election of constitutional court judges, also commenting that the situation with Trump is serious.

Mickoski, a North Macedonian politician, commented on student protests, emphasizing the need to respect the Constitution and laws. He highlighted that the Law on the Use of Languages is being challenged before the Constitutional Court and has received a negative opinion from the Venice Commission.

President Gitanas Nausėda's nomination of Tomas Davulis to chair the Constitutional Court was presented to the Seimas (parliament) on Tuesday.

An Austrian conscript successfully asserted his right to wear long hair in the military through a ruling by the Constitutional Court, challenging traditional army regulations.

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić's comment that Constitutional Court President Vladan Petrov "is not a bad idea" for a presidential candidate has drawn strong reactions from commentators.

The Austrian Constitutional Court has ruled that military personnel are permitted to wear long hair, overturning a previous requirement for male soldiers to have short hair and affirming the principle of equal treatment.

Montenegro's Constitutional Court is grappling with a backlog of 349 unresolved cases in the normative area, despite having resolved twice as many cases as planned in the first quarter.

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has submitted his resignation to the Constitutional Court, which is now deliberating on the matter, according to the Bulgarian News Agency BTA.

Moldova's Constitutional Court has validated the mandate of Silvia Bondarenco as a new deputy for the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS), who will replace Nicolae Botgros in Parliament.

A discussion is underway in Latvia regarding the use of the Russian language in public media, prompted by a Constitutional Court decision that requires lawmakers to balance state language duties with other constitutional rights by May 1 next year.

Eurico Brilhante Dias stated that negotiations for the selection of judges for the Constitutional Court have not completely ended, indicating that the PS party remains hopeful for an agreement on the appointments.

Italy has been referred to the Assembly of States concerning the 'Almasri case,' which now sees prosecutors requesting the indictment of Nordio's former chief of staff, Bartolozzi, while the Chamber of Deputies pushes for a conflict of attribution before the Constitutional Court.

A Czech Constitutional Court judge stated that the agreement with the Vatican, particularly the clause recognizing confessional secrecy, grants the Catholic Church a privileged position over other churches.

Snežana Armenko, President of the Constitutional Court of Montenegro, and Judge Jovan Jovanović are visiting Strasbourg, where Armenko emphasized that Montenegro's EU accession process requires concrete steps and close cooperation with the European Court of Human Rights.

The salaries of Montenegro's Constitutional Court judges are being examined, with reports indicating some have taken new loans and most have not provided access to their bank accounts.

Montenegro's President is reportedly seeking the retirement of certain Constitutional Court judges, while an investigation into their salaries is underway, alongside discussions about organizing a celebration for 20 years of independence.

Austria's Constitutional Court has ruled that the Court of Audit can inspect the financial records of the FPÖ party, following allegations of fraud during their EU election victory.

Croatian political parties Možemo! and SDP have submitted a request to the Constitutional Court to assess the constitutionality of the Spatial Planning Law, arguing it favors a 'construction mafia' and enables land grabbing from ordinary citizens.

Botswana's opposition leader, Duma Boko, is reportedly defying the Batswana people regarding the Constitutional Court, indicating a political dispute over judicial matters.

Kosovo's Constitutional Court has declared inadmissible President Vjosa Osmani's request concerning the appointment of members to the Central Election Commission (CEC). Osmani had sought an assessment of a conflict between constitutional competencies.

Valentin Georgiev, the Chief Secretary of the Constitutional Court of Bulgaria, has passed away. His work notably included international activities, and he was re-elected on November 20, 2024.

The African Union Commission has formally acknowledged the outcome of the recent presidential election in the Republic of the Congo, confirming Denis Sassou Nguesso's re-election as validated by the nation’s Constitutional Court.

The Kosovo Assembly Presidency is meeting today for the first time since the Constitutional Court ruled President Vjosa Osmani's decree dissolving the Assembly was invalid, giving MPs 34 days to elect a new president, though the election is not on today's agenda.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's Narod i pravda (NiP) party asserts that the Constitutional Court confirmed Dževad Mahmutović misled the public regarding the vital national interest mechanism.

The Republic of Congo's constitutional court has confirmed leader Sassou-N’Guesso’s election win, securing his fifth term in office.

Augusto Santos Silva stated that the Portuguese Socialist Party (PS) is not obligated to support the government if ignored, and warned that the Social Democrats (PSD) are abandoning democratic common ground by favoring Chega. This concern is highlighted by the government's proposal to allocate two Constitutional Court seats to AD and one to Chega, increasing right-wing representation to six judges.

The Constitutional Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina rejected a request from 11 members of the BiH House of Representatives, ruling it was not competent to determine a dispute between BiH and Republika Srpska regarding the election of the entity government president.