The Supreme Court of Kosovo recently dismissed an appeal filed by Violeta Salihu, a member of the Central Election Commission (CEC). This ruling effectively upheld a previous determination made by the Electoral Appeals Panel (EAP). The EAP’s ruling, issued on June 5, 2026, was significant because it invalidated the CEC’s Decision No.
01/1198/2026, which had been dated June 3, 2026. The original CEC decision had permitted the casting of ballots at diplomatic missions using identification documents issued by the Republic of Kosovo, even if those documents had expired. The subsequent appeal, lodged by the Democratic Institute of Kosovo (KDI), led the EAP to assess the legality of the CEC’s actions.
In its assessment, the EAP concluded that the CEC did not possess the requisite legal authority to issue an administrative decision permitting voting procedures based on expired identification. The body’s reasoning cited Article 90 of Law No. 08/L-228 concerning General Elections, which explicitly mandates specific documentation requirements for voting.
The Supreme Court’s dismissal of Salihu’s appeal confirms the validity of the EAP’s finding. This legal development reinforces the established electoral procedures within Kosovo, clarifying the necessary documentation required for citizens to exercise their franchise. The ruling underscores that any administrative decision regarding voter identification must strictly adhere to the provisions laid out in national election law.
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