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2016
EOM
Parliamentary
elections
While conducting its activities, including the publication of opinion and exit polls, the GPB should ensure its independence and neutrality.
Recommendation # in final report:
24
Type of recommendation:
Other
Thematic area:
Media
Type of change required:
Practice
Status of implementation:
Mostly
Year of assessment:
2020
Final report heading:
Media
Georgia
2016
EOM
Parliamentary
elections
Efforts should be made to further raise the awareness of courts on the election dispute process, so they fully exercise their authority to consider appeals of administrative decisions.
Recommendation # in final report:
35
Type of recommendation:
Other
Thematic area:
Election Dispute Resolution (EDR)
Type of change required:
Practice
Status of implementation:
Partially
Year of assessment:
2020
Final report heading:
Complaints and Appeals
Georgia
2017
EOM
Local
elections
A thorough review of the Election Code should be conducted to address undue restrictions, and gaps and inconsistencies, including those related to a second round. Any electoral reform should be conducted in an inclusive manner, well in advance of the next election.
Recommendation # in final report:
1
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Legal Framework
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Partially
Year of assessment:
2021
Final report heading:
Legal framework and Electoral System
Georgia
2018
EOM
Presidential
A comprehensive review of the election legislation should be undertaken to eliminate gaps and ambiguities, address ODIHR and Council of Europe recommendations and ensure uniform application of the law. Any electoral reform should be conducted in an inclusive manner, well in advance of the next election.
Recommendation # in final report:
1
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Legal Framework
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not implemented
Year of assessment:
2024
Final report heading:
Electoral System and Legal Framework
Georgia
2018
EOM
Presidential
Consideration could be given to aligning the number of commission members at each level to the actual need. If parties retain the right to nominate commission members, the appointment formula could be reviewed to ensure more balanced political representation and contribute to the perception of impartiality.
Recommendation # in final report:
2
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Election Administration
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Partially
Year of assessment:
2024
Final report heading:
Election Administration
Georgia
2018
EOM
Presidential
To ensure a clear separation between party and state, consideration could be given to establish an effective and timely mechanism to address complaints on the misuse of administrative resources, before an impartial and competent authority and where appropriate, be able to apply relevant sanctions.
Recommendation # in final report:
3
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Campaign
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not implemented
Year of assessment:
2024
Final report heading:
Election Campaign
Georgia
2018
EOM
Presidential
To prevent the possible dissemination of hate speech and xenophobia, regulations on acceptable speech during an election campaign should be enhanced. Relevant authorities should be in a position to review potential cases of hate speech and where appropriate, apply sanctions in a timely manner.
Recommendation # in final report:
4
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Campaign
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Partially
Year of assessment:
2024
Final report heading:
Second Round Campaign
Georgia
2018
EOM
Presidential
To ensure efficient oversight and transparency of campaign finance, the law should envisage expedited deadlines for the SAO to address campaign finance violations and publish its conclusions and clearly regulate cooperation with other authorities to facilitate timely access to relevant information.
Recommendation # in final report:
5
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Campaign Finance
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Partially
Year of assessment:
2024
Final report heading:
Campaign Finance
Georgia
2018
EOM
Presidential
Decisions and legal opinions of the media regulator should be publicly available. Decisions on sanctions should be discussed during public sessions, providing the media outlet with the opportunity to present their views. The legal status of any official communication with broadcasters should be clearly defined.
Recommendation # in final report:
6
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Media
Type of change required:
Practice
Status of implementation:
Partially
Year of assessment:
2024
Final report heading:
Media
Georgia
2018
EOM
Presidential
The legal framework for electoral dispute resolution should be reviewed to simplify the complaints procedures and eliminate restrictions on standing. Everyone whose electoral rights have been violated should be entitled to lodge a complaint.
Recommendation # in final report:
7
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Election Dispute Resolution (EDR)
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Partially
Year of assessment:
2024
Final report heading:
Complaints and Appeals
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