Federal Constitutional Court News
The Federal Constitutional Court is Germany's supreme court responsible for interpreting the constitution and reviewing legislation.
Five Facts About Germany's Constitutional Court
The Federal Constitutional Court in Karlsruhe has significant influence on German law. Discover key facts about its history and traditions as it celebrates its 75th anniversary.
Lina E. is temporarily released from detention
Lina E., a left-wing extremist, is temporarily released from coercive detention after the Federal Constitutional Court suspended her detention pending a decision on her appeal. Significant constitutional questions remain to be addressed.
Court Rejects Heating Lawsuit Over Consultation Time
Germany's Federal Constitutional Court has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the consultation period for the government's heating law. The court ruled that there is no "speed limit" for legislative processes, rejecting claims of insufficient deliberation time.
The Federal Constitutional Court is Germany's supreme court responsible for interpreting the constitution and reviewing legislation.