Bundesverfassungsgerichtliche

Bundesverfassungsgericht is the German Federal Constitutional Court. It is Germany's supreme court for constitutional matters. The court is based in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg. Established in 1951, it plays a crucial role in the German legal system and political landscape.

The primary function of the Bundesverfassungsgericht is to interpret the Basic Law (Grundgesetz), the constitution of Germany. It resolves disputes concerning constitutional law, including those between different branches of government or between federal and state authorities. The court also has the power to review legislation for its constitutionality. If a law is found to violate the Basic Law, the court can declare it void.

Individuals can bring cases to the court if they believe their fundamental rights, as guaranteed by the Basic Law, have been violated by public authority. This is known as constitutional complaint (Verfassungsbeschwerde). The court's decisions are binding on all other state organs and are final. The Bundesverfassungsgericht consists of two Senates, each with eight judges. Judges are elected for renewable 12-year terms, half by the Bundestag (parliament) and half by the Bundesrat (federal council). Its rulings have significantly shaped German law and society.