Audit
Auditoría Superior del Estado de Chiapas
ASE Chiapas
72/100
Summary
The Auditoría Superior del Estado de Chiapas (ASE Chiapas) is the external audit body of the state legislature, established under Article 50 of the Chiapas State Constitution to review public accounts of the state government, its agencies, autonomous entities, and municipalities. The Auditor Superior is appointed by the State Congress by a two-thirds majority vote for an eight-year term, with the possibility of reappointment for one additional term, and reports to the State Legislature.
Independence Scorecard
72/100
Moderate
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 8 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Ley de Fiscalización y Rendición de Cuentas del Estado de Chiapas
- Citation
- Periódico Oficial del Estado de Chiapas
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
State government entities, autonomous bodies, municipalities, and entities receiving state funds in Chiapas