Djibouti · Legislation
Legislation and primary sources
Where to find the authoritative text of the law in Djibouti, and how to confirm it is still in force.
Sources of law, ranked
- The Constitution
- Supreme; reviewed by the Constitutional Council.
- Legislation
- Statutes of the National Assembly and ordinances of the President.
- French-derived codes
- Civil, commercial and procedural law retained and adapted since independence in 1977.
- Family Code 2002
- Codified Muslim personal status; applies to Muslims, with civil rules for others.
- Customary law
- Somali and Afar custom recognised in family and community dispute resolution.
The legislative process
Bills originate with the government or with deputies, are examined in committee and adopted by the National Assembly. Organic laws require referral to the Constitutional Council before promulgation. The President promulgates within fifteen days and may request a second deliberation. The government may legislate by ordinance under an enabling statute, subject to later ratification.
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