What Does the 'Direct Effect' of the Constitution Mean

What direct effect means

A constitutional provision may be cited directly in a claim, complaint or legal argument. That citation does not replace proof of the facts, compliance with time limits, or the procedure and requirements set by special legislation.

A practical way to use it

1. Identify the constitutional guarantee relevant to the situation.
2. Preserve decisions, correspondence, records and dates that support the facts.
3. Check the applicable procedure and any requirements in special legislation.
4. Connect the specific constitutional article to the facts in the application or complaint.

A constitutional provision can be an important argument in matters involving expression, privacy or judicial protection. The outcome still depends on the evidence, the applicable law and the decision of the competent body.

Constitutional review

The route to the Constitutional Court and admissibility requirements are established by law. Constitutional review does not replace an ordinary dispute, appeal or other procedural route. For a concrete legal problem, read the official acts and seek qualified advice.