Constitution 2003

Background about the dangerous amendments to the constitution in 2003

History

The history of the discussion about the Liechtenstein constitution between 1992 and 2006 1992 The interpretation of single terms within the constitution leads to the first conflict between the Prince and the government. 1993 The Prince calls for renewal of the constitution. 1994 The first constitutional proposals by the Prince are met with rejection. 1995 (…) Read More

Problems

The European Commission for Democracy through Law (Venice Commission) assesses the revised constitution as not in compliance with European Standards of Democracy and the Rule of Law. The Sanctioning of Laws by the Prince (Art. 65.1) According to article 65 of the Constitution the Prince has to sign every single law before it becomes valid. (…) Read More