Libya Plans Legal Reform for Election Disputes
The Commission and the Supreme Judicial Council have extended invitations to researchers, academics, legal professionals, and election experts to participate in the conference, which aims to generate legal proposals for drafting a specialized electoral dispute resolution law.
Objectives of the Conference
Gather ideas and proposals to support the drafting of a legal bill specifically addressing electoral disputes.
Identify legal gaps in current electoral dispute frameworks.
Compare the establishment of special electoral dispute chambers versus an independent judicial body.
Benefit from comparative legal experiences in electoral dispute resolution.
Assess practical experiences in the field of electoral disputes.
Explore the possibility of incorporating alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms.
Propose legislative reforms that support fair and efficient handling of electoral disputes.
Main Themes of the Conference
Axis I: General principles in resolving electoral disputes.
Axis II: Legal and procedural frameworks for electoral challenges.
Axis III: Jurisdiction and authorities responsible for electoral disputes.
Axis IV: Oversight mechanisms in electoral appeals.
Axis V: Impact of electoral challenges on the electoral process.
Axis VI: The role of technology in developing electoral dispute systems.
Axis VII: Practical applications and implementation mechanisms. Tags: HNEClibyaLibyan Elections
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