Slovakia's Ombudsman Challenges Košice City Law at Constitutional Court

Róbert Dobrovodský, Slovakia's public defender of rights, will challenge the recently passed law on the city of Košice at the Constitutional Court. The ombudsman has informed both the National Council, Slovakia's parliament, and the president of his intention to contest the legislation. The ombudsman cited two main reasons for the legal challenge, though specific details of his objections were not immediately disclosed. The Constitutional Court serves as Slovakia's highest authority on constitutional matters and has the power to overturn laws that violate the country's constitution.