The amendments would grant not only the CEC, but also the Audiovisual Council significant sanctioning power, going up to the suspension of the broadcasting license or the retransmission authorisation, without requiring court order (see Article 84.10¹-10² of the draft amendments to the Code of Audiovisual Media Services). The decision can be challenged to the court which might bring to legal uncertainty during the relatively short campaign period. It appears that this change in approach is to be taken to achieve consistency with the new administrative code, which is a valid approach, but the provisions should make clear which is the competent court and should apply shortened time frames for the urgency of an electoral process. The Venice Commission and ODIHR recommend applying sanctions in full conformity with the principle of proportionality and to ensure effective judicial oversight.