The concepts of unconstitutionality and unlawfulness bear an apparent similarity, both falling under the domain of contemporary law. If this is the case, how does unlawfulness differ from unconstitutionality, and why is it important for every resident of Romania to understand these legal mechanisms? Current…
Do you know the measures you should take in order to drive a bike, a motorcycle or a scooter in Romania, legally? Find out more from our lawyers, below! 1) Driving a bicycle in Romania At present, in Romania, these are the following most important…
Did you hear about the Constitution Court of Romania (CCR)? Do you know what this special court does? Find out more, below! What is the role of the Court? The Constitutional Court is the only independent jurisdictional authority in Romania from any other public authority.…
There are several types of courts in Romania that we should know, in principle. Many crimes are tried directly in the Court of Appeal, for example, while others remain within the jurisdiction of the lower courts. The courts are part of the judiciary system, with…
The first year as a law student often proves to be both a challenge and a unique, formative experience. The newness of the studied disciplines and the academic environment can be initially difficult to manage, especially in terms of concepts, sometimes abstract and unfamiliar, which…
The emotions at the beginning of college are charged with excitement, but also with a state of confusion. On the one hand, you are excited by the idea that you’ll be a Law student for the next four years and that you’ll get to know…
In 2023, Romania marks a special historical moment: 100 years since the adoption, promulgation and entry into force of the Constitution of Unified Romania. This anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on an event of overwhelming importance in the constitutional history of our country. The…
If in the previous article we were discussing what the Constitution is and what stages it went through to create one, now we will focus strictly on the constitutions we have had over time. The first proper Constitution of Romania still remains the Constitution of…
What is the Constitution of Romania? The Constitution of Romania is the fundamental law of the Romanian state that regulates, among other things, the general principles of state organization, the fundamental rights, freedoms and duties of citizens and fundamental public authorities. Considering the enduring, general…
Do you know how you can register your change of name in Romania? Learn more from our lawyers, below! Whether you are a foreign national and have acquired Romanian citizenship and now live in your country of origin, or you are a Romanian citizen and…