Any disqualifications from standing for election should be subject to an independent and effective appeals procedure.

Administrative proceedings

If you are prohibited from running for office by the Central Electoral Commission, you may appeal the decision in an administrative court in accordance with the Administrative Code of the Republic of Moldova. If you would like to appeal the decision of a District Electoral Councils or of a polling station commission, you may appeal it before the Central Electoral Commission. 

Other public institutions 

If you are prohibited from running for office by law or otherwise, and you believe that this is in violation of your human rights, you may also complain to the court, to the Ombudsman or, in case of discrimination, to the Equality Council

Complaints to international human rights bodies

If you believe that the violation of your rights has not been remedied by Moldovan institutions or courts, you should submit a complaint to international or European institution, such as the European Court of Human Rights or the UN Human Rights Committee.

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Last updated 22/11/2024