Chad · Legislation
Legislation and primary sources
Where to find the authoritative text of the law in Chad, and how to confirm it is still in force.
Sources of law, ranked
- Constitution of 2023
- Adopted by referendum, ending the transition.
- OHADA Uniform Acts
- Directly applicable commercial law.
- CEMAC community law
- Regional economic and monetary rules.
- Laws and ordinances
- Parliamentary statutes and delegated instruments.
- Customary and Islamic rules
- Govern most marriage, divorce and inheritance questions in practice.
The legislative process
Bills are examined in committee and plenary and passed by the legislature, then promulgated by the President. The Constitutional Council may be seised before promulgation.
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