Audit
Entidad Superior de Fiscalización del Estado de Querétaro
ESFE-Qro
72/100
Summary
The Entidad Superior de Fiscalización del Estado de Querétaro (ESFE-Qro) is the external audit body of the state legislature, responsible for reviewing public accounts of the state government, its agencies, autonomous entities, and municipalities. The Auditor Superior is elected by the LXI Legislatura for a seven-year term (current term: January 31, 2024 – February 1, 2031) and reports to the Legislature.
Independence Scorecard
72/100
Moderate
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 7 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 Superior y Rendición de Cuentas del Estado de Querétaro
- Citation
- Periódico Oficial del Estado de Querétaro
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
State government entities, autonomous bodies, municipalities, and entities receiving state funds in Querétaro