Constitutional Council

The Constitutional Council is a high-level French institution responsible for ensuring that laws passed by Parliament comply with the Constitution. It reviews laws before they are enacted, protecting fundamental rights and maintaining legal stability. The Council also oversees elections and referendums, ensuring their fairness. Composed of members appointed by the President, the Parliament, and the judiciary, it acts as a guardian of constitutional legality, balancing governmental powers and upholding the rule of law in France.