Cámara de Cuentas de la República Dominicana
CC
Summary
The Cámara de Cuentas (Chamber of Accounts) is the supreme audit institution of the Dominican Republic, constitutionally established under Articles 248-252 of the Constitución Política (2015) and governed by Ley Orgánica No. 10-04 of 20 January 2004. The President and members of the Chamber are elected by the Senate for four-year terms. The Chamber audits all government institutions, decentralised bodies, municipalities, and any entity managing public funds, issuing financial, compliance, and performance audit reports. Annual reports are submitted to the National Congress and published. The Chamber also has a consultative jurisdiction on proposed laws affecting public finances. It is a member of INTOSAI and OLACEFS.
Independence Scorecard
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 4 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | Legislative review |
Statute
- Name
- Ley Orgánica No. 10-04 de la Cámara de Cuentas; Constitución Arts. 248-252
- Citation
- Ley No. 10-04 (G.O. No. 10264 del 20-01-2004); Const. 2015 Arts. 248-252
- Full text
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Jurisdiction scope
All central government institutions, decentralised and autonomous bodies, municipalities, and any entity receiving or managing public funds; financial, compliance, and performance audit of public revenues and expenditures.