How is your application examined?
After the Court has received your initial application, it will examine it to see if your application is complete and if it is admissible. The Court has to decide on the admissibility of your application within one month of the date of receipt. In some cases, if the issues in your application are complex, the Court can make a decision to accept or reject your complaint within 2 months.
If the Court decides to reject your application it will send you its decision by post. You cannot appeal this decision.
If your application is accepted, it will be placed on a list until it has its turn to be examined. When the Court examines your application it will request the specific institution which issued the law or regulation to give its response to your complaints. The Court may also ask you to provide additional observations or information.
The Court usually examines cases in written proceedings, which means that there will be no oral hearing. The Court may decide to hold an oral hearing in exceptional cases. In that case you will be notified about such a hearing.
How long will it take?
The full examination of your application, including a judgement of the Constitutional Court can take about 9-10 months. In more complex cases it may take longer.