Audit
Rechnungshof von Berlin
80/100
Summary
The Rechnungshof von Berlin is the supreme audit institution of the city-state of Berlin. Its President is elected by the Abgeordnetenhaus (House of Representatives) for a 12-year non-renewable term with judicial-style tenure protection. The Rechnungshof audits the Senate, district administrations, and entities receiving public funds. Annual reports are submitted to the Abgeordnetenhaus and made public.
Independence Scorecard
80/100
Moderate
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 12 years |
| Removal standard | Cannot be removed before term expires |
| Budget independence | Self-funded / fee-based |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Gesetz ueber den Rechnungshof von Berlin (RHG Bln) und Landeshaushaltsordnung Berlin
- Citation
- RHG Bln; LHO Berlin
Jurisdiction scope
Berlin Senate, district administrations, and entities receiving state funds; financial and performance audit of the city-state