Catalogue question 80 · Question catalogue in force since 2024-07-01

Which court in Germany is responsible for interpreting the Basic Law?

Why — for every option

1. A — The Higher Regional Court is part of ordinary jurisdiction, not responsible for constitutional interpretation.
2. B — The Local Court is the lowest level of ordinary jurisdiction, likewise not responsible for constitutional matters.
3. C — Correct: the Federal Constitutional Court in Karlsruhe oversees compliance with and interpretation of the Basic Law (Art. 93 Basic Law).
4. D — Administrative courts decide disputes with public authorities, not constitutional interpretation itself.

Source: www.gesetze-im-internet.de