Statuto Albertino (Albertine Statute)

The Statuto Albertino was Italy's constitution, enacted in 1848 under King Charles Albert of Sardinia. It established a constitutional monarchy, combining royal authority with parliamentary governance. The statute granted basic civil liberties, such as freedom of speech and assembly, and created a parliamentary system with elected representatives. However, the king retained significant powers, including legislative authority and emergency control. The Statuto served as Italy’s fundamental legal framework until 1948, shaping the nation’s political development and guiding the transition from monarchy to republic after World War II.