(1)Central Elections Commission is a state authority constituted for the purpose of organizing and unfolding elections.
(2)Central Elections Commission is composed of 9 members appointed proportionally by the Republic of Moldova President, Parliament and High Council of Magistracy. The nominal composition of the commission as well as its president shall be appointed from among magistrates and confirmed by a decision of the Parliament.
[Paragraph 2 Article 16 as amended the Law no.894-XIV from 23.03.2000]
(3)Central Elections Commission shall guide its activity by the Constitution, the present code, and the Regulation of the Commission adopted by its decision.
(4)Central Elections Commission is a legal entity, has its own budget, a bank account and a stamp with the state coat of arms.
