Supreme Court Monaco

Supreme Court of Monaco 

The Supreme Court of Monaco (Tribunal Suprême de Monaco) is the highest judicial authority in Monaco, primarily handling constitutional and administrative law cases.

Key Facts

  • Established: 1911 (one of the oldest constitutional courts in the world)
  • Location: Monaco
  • Jurisdiction: Constitutional and administrative law
  • Judges: Appointed by the Prince of Monaco, chosen from legal experts

Functions of the Supreme Court

Constitutional Review

  • Ensures that laws, regulations, and government actions comply with the Constitution of Monaco
  • Can declare laws unconstitutional

Administrative Law Cases

  • Reviews decisions made by government agencies
  • Can overturn administrative actions deemed illegal

Protection of Fundamental Rights

  • Ensures the protection of civil liberties and human rights in Monaco

Judicial Independence

  • The Supreme Court operates independently but is closely linked to the monarchy
  • Judges are selected based on expertise and serve to maintain legal stability

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