Lithuania · Legislation
Legislation and primary sources
Where to find the authoritative text of the law in Lithuania, and how to confirm it is still in force.
Sources of law, ranked
- Constitution
- The 1992 constitution.
- EU law
- Directly applicable and, in its field, paramount.
- Laws of the Seimas
- Primary legislation, including the 2001 Civil Code.
- Government resolutions
- Delegated legislation under statute.
The legislative process
Bills are adopted by the Seimas and signed by the President, who may veto and return a bill for reconsideration.
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