Estonia · Legislation
Legislation and primary sources
Where to find the authoritative text of the law in Estonia, and how to confirm it is still in force.
Sources of law, ranked
- Constitution
- The 1992 constitution (Põhiseadus).
- EU law
- Directly applicable and, in its field, paramount.
- Acts of the Riigikogu
- Primary legislation.
- Regulations
- Government and ministerial regulations under statute.
The legislative process
Bills pass three readings in the Riigikogu and are proclaimed by the President, who may return a bill once for reconsideration.
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