Conseil constitutionnel

The Conseil constitutionnel is France's constitutional council, established to ensure that laws and regulations comply with the French Constitution. It reviews new laws before they are enacted and adjudicates disputes about elections and referendums. The council consists of nine members, including former presidents, who are appointed for nine-year terms. Its decisions are final and cannot be challenged. By safeguarding constitutional principles, the Conseil constitutionnel plays a vital role in maintaining the rule of law and protecting individual rights in France's democratic system.