Albania · Legislation
Legislation and primary sources
Where to find the authoritative text of the law in Albania, and how to confirm it is still in force.
Sources of law, ranked
- Constitution
- The 1998 constitution as amended.
- Ratified treaties
- Part of domestic law and above statute.
- Laws of the Assembly
- Primary legislation aligned with the EU acquis.
- Codes
- The Civil Code, Criminal Code and procedural codes.
The legislative process
Laws are adopted by the Assembly and promulgated by the President, who may return a law once for reconsideration.
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