Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Constitutional Court has ruled that a law criminalizing the non-execution of decisions made by the High Representative is constitutional. The law, Article 203a of the Criminal Code, had been challenged by the SNSD party. The court determined the law aligns with both the Bosnian Constitution and the European Convention on Human Rights. This decision reinforces the authority of the High Representative, an international official with significant powers in Bosnia. The ruling effectively rejects the SNSD’s appeal against the provision. This case highlights ongoing tensions regarding international oversight in the country. The verdict is expected to have significant political repercussions within Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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