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Article 59
 

The CEC


59.1 The Central Election Commission (hereinafter “the CEC”) as established pursuant to article 139 of the Constitution, shall be a permanent and independent body within the meaning of this Law.


59.2 The CEC of Kosovo ensures preparation and conduct of elections in accordance with the principles and requirements of this law.


59.3 In carrying out its mandate the CEC, shall, inter alia:


a) undertake voter education activities designed to increase voter awareness of and participation in elections;


b) undertake projects or research in relation to electoral system and related matters;


c) establish appropriate procedures and undertake activities to ensure that all persons with disabilities are able to exercise their right to vote and participate fully in electoral processes in Kosovo; and


d) perform any other functions ancillary to the holding of elections in Kosovo assigned to it by relevant Rules and subsidiary instruments there under, including actions necessary to protect the integrity of elections process in the face of force major.


59.4 The headquarters of the CEC is in the capital of Kosovo, Prishtinë/Priština.


59.5 The Commission may enter into technical arrangements and understandings that are required for the fulfillment of its functions and responsibilities.


59.6 The CEC shall establish and maintain a separate bank account in the name of the CEC, which shall be used solely for the collection and refunding of deposits as required in this law.


59.7 The CEC shall consider all personal data of candidates and voters collected for election purposes as confidential, except as provided in this law, and shall take all measures to protect such data, except when expressly required by law enforcement agencies.