In short
This law establishes the fundamental principles and procedures for electing members of municipal councils in the Republic of Lithuania, ensuring universal, equal, direct, and secret suffrage. It outlines who can vote and be elected, how elections are organized, and the financial aspects involved.
What it regulates
- The election of municipal councillors for a four-year term using a proportional electoral system.
- The rights and restrictions for individuals to vote and be elected as municipal councillors.
- The process for announcing election dates and the openness of election preparation and conduct.
- The formation of multi-member constituencies and polling districts within municipalities.
Who it concerns
- Permanent residents of a municipality who are 18 years of age or older on election day.
- Permanent residents of a municipality who are at least 20 years of age on election day and wish to be elected as a municipal councillor.
Key points
- Municipal councillors are elected for a four-year term.
- Voters must be permanent residents of the municipality and at least 18 years old on election day, while candidates must be permanent residents and at least 20 years old.
- Persons declared legally incapable by a court cannot participate in elections or be elected.
- Elections are announced by the Seimas no later than five months before the expiration of councillors' powers and are held no earlier than two months and no later than one month prior to this expiration.
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