Establishment of Central Electoral Commission

(1) The Central Electoral Commission consists of nine members: one member is appointed by the President of Republic of Moldova, the other 8 members – by the Parliament, having complied with proportional representation of the majority and of the opposition. The Commission nominal composition shall be approved by a Parliament Decision with the majority votes of elected Members of Parliament.

(2) Following their confirmation by Parliament, members of the Central Electoral Commission shall take the following oath during a plenary: “I swear to observe the Moldovan Constitution and laws, to protect the fundamental rights and freedoms of citizens, to fulfil with honour, sincerity and unbiasedly the duties assigned to me as per my position, and make no political statements during my term of office”.

(3) The Central Electoral Commission shall be guided in its activity by the Constitution, this Code, the legislation in force and by the Commission Regulation approved by themselves.

(4) The Central Electoral Commission is a legal person, has its own budget, treasury accounts and stamp with the state Coat of Arms.