The CSCCA reminds that granting discharge to former ministers falls under the competence of Parliament

The Superior Court of Accounts and Administrative Litigation (CSCCA) reminds that it is not authorized to replace Parliament in granting discharge of management to former Prime Ministers and ministers. In an opinion addressed to former Prime Ministers and ministers, the Court specifies that this competence falls exclusively under the legislative power. However, an exception exists when these former high officials are declared de facto accountants of public funds in the exercise of their duties, it explains. In this case, they become subject to the Court's jurisdiction. The Court is then solely competent to judge their accounts, in accordance with the legal and regulatory provisions in force, it adds.<\/p>