Constitutional Court of the Slovak Republic, Constitutional courthouse in Košice, Slovakia
The Constitutional Court of Slovakia occupies a renovated building complex at 110 Hlavna Street, containing public courtrooms and administrative offices. The structure was redesigned to meet the expanding needs of the judicial system.
The court was established in 1993 following Slovakia's independence and relocated to its current location in 2006. This move followed extensive renovation of the building.
The court represents the rule of law in the city and attracts citizens seeking protection of their fundamental rights. It shows how the Slovak legal system values checking abuses of power.
The court building is wheelchair accessible with public visiting areas. Visitors should ask at information desks which parts of the building are open to the public.
The court has the power to prosecute the President of Slovakia for high treason and review whether laws comply with the constitution. This authority makes it the highest judicial body in the nation.
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