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Article 152: Law on the Entry into Force

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Constitution Text

“The procedure for the entry into force of this Constitution and separate provisions thereof shall be regulated by the Law of the Republic of Lithuania “On the Procedure for the Entry into Force of the Constitution of the Republic of Lithuania”, which, together with this Constitution of the Republic of Lithuania, shall be adopted by referendum.”

Summary

The procedure for the entry into force of the Constitution and its separate provisions is regulated by a separate Law On the Procedure for the Entry into Force of the Constitution. This law is adopted by referendum together with the Constitution itself.

Key Points

  • •The entry into force of the Constitution is regulated by the Law On the Procedure for the Entry into Force of the Constitution.
  • •This law is adopted by referendum.
  • •It is adopted together with the Constitution.

Practical Example

In the referendum of 25 October 1992, citizens voted not only on the Constitution but also on the law on its entry into force, which is today a constituent part of the Constitution.

Exam Tips

Remember that the law on entry into force was adopted by referendum together with the Constitution and is one of its constituent parts (Article 150).

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