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Article 16
 

Formation of the Central Electoral Commission


(1) repealed


(2) The Central Electoral Commission consists of 9 members: 1 member is appointed by the President of Republic of Moldova, the other 8 members by the Parliament, observing a proportional representation of the majority and of the opposition. !e nominal composition of the Commission is approved by Decision of Parliament with a vote of the majority of elected MPs. 


(3) After their confirmation by the Parliament, members of the Central Electoral Commission take the following oath during a parliamentary plenary session: “I swear to observe the Constitution and the laws of the Republic of Moldova, to protect citizens’ rights and fundamental freedoms, to fulfill with honour, consciousness and in an impartial way the duties assigned according to my position, and not to make any political statements during my term in office.”


(4) The Central Electoral Commission will conduct its activity in compliance with the Constitution, this Code, current legislation and the Commission’s regulation (as approved by the Commission).


(5) The Central Electoral Commission is a legal entity, has its own budget, bank account, and seal representing the state emblem.