Audit

Bayerischer Oberster Rechnungshof

ORH

80/100

Summary

The Bayerischer Oberster Rechnungshof (Bavarian Supreme Court of Audit) is the independent supreme audit institution of the Free State of Bavaria. Its President is elected by the Landtag for a 12-year non-renewable term with judicial-style tenure protection. The ORH has full statutory access to state records. Annual advisory reports (Jahresberichte) are submitted to the Landtag and made public.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 80/100 (excellent)
80/100
Moderate
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentLegislative appointment
Term length12 years
Removal standardCannot be removed before term expires
Budget independenceSelf-funded / fee-based
Subpoena powerNo
Compel testimonyNo
Records accessFull access
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
Bayerische Haushaltsordnung (BayHO) und Gesetz ueber den Bayerischen Obersten Rechnungshof
Citation
BayORHG; BayHO Art. 88 ff.

Jurisdiction scope

Bavarian state ministries, agencies, and entities receiving state funds; financial and performance audit

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