Dutch Enacted Law

Question 1

Describe the hierarchy of Enacted Law.

Answer 1

1. Treaties
2. The Charter for the Kingdom of the Netherlands
3. The Constitution
4. Acts of Parliament
5. Orders in Council
6. Ministerial Regulation
7. Provincial/Municipal bylaws

Question 2

What is the Charter for the Kingdom of the Netherlands?

Answer 2

The Charter for the Kingdom of the Netherlands is a legal instrument that implements the political relationship between the four countries that constitute the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

Question 3

Which countries are part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands?

Answer 3

1. The Netherlands
2. Curaçao
3. Aruba
4. Sint Marteen

Question 4

What is the Dutch Constitution?

Answer 4

The Dutch Constitution is a body of fundamental principles according to which the Netherlands is to be governed.

Question 5

What is an Act of Parliament and what is another name for it?

Answer 5

An Act of Parliament is written law that is passed by the legislative body of a jurisdiction.

Another name for it is primary legislation.

Question 6

What are Orders in Council?

Answer 6

Orders in Council are laws issued by a Minister or State Secretary.

Question 7

What is a by-law?

Answer 7

A by-law is a regulation made by a local authority.