Audit

Landesrechnungshof Brandenburg

80/100

Summary

The Landesrechnungshof Brandenburg is the supreme audit institution of the Land Brandenburg. Its President is elected by the Landtag for a 12-year non-renewable term with judicial-style tenure protection. The Landesrechnungshof has full statutory access to state records and submits annual advisory reports to the Landtag.

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
Gesetz ueber den Landesrechnungshof Brandenburg (LRHGBbg) und Landeshaushaltsordnung Brandenburg
Citation
LRHGBbg; LHO Bbg

Jurisdiction scope

Brandenburg state agencies, and entities receiving state funds; financial and performance audit

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