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Legislative Framework

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Status of Electoral Law


Question:What is the status of the electoral law governing national elections?
Answer(s): a. Part of Constitution
b. Separate legislation
Comments: Principles are enshrined in Constitution and also in separate legislation, the Electoral Code, amended 30 January 2001.
Source:
Verified: 2003/11/28
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Electoral Law covers


Question:The national electoral law covers:
Answer(s): a. National elections
c. Local elections
Comments:
Source: Electoral Code, page 37 and following.
Verified: 2003/11/28
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Compulsory/voluntary voting


Question:Is voting on the national level voluntary or compulsory?
Answer(s): a. Voting is voluntary
Comments: Voting is considered to be a civic duty, but no penalty applies to those who choose not to vote.
Source: Electoral Code, Article L.11.
Verified: 2003/11/28
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Electoral Disputes Agency(ies)


Question:What are the agency(ies) responsible for the first level of formal electoral disputes?
Answer(s): d. Other
Comments: Administrative Judge
Source: Electoral Code, Articles L.117-1, L.118-1-2 and L.325.
Verified: 2003/11/28
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