2003 Liechtenstein constitutional referendum

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2003 Liechtenstein constitutional referendum
14 March 2003
Princely Initiative
For
 
 64.3%
Against
 
 35.7%
Constitution Peace Initiative
For
 
 16.6%
Against
 
 83.4%
Results by municipality
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A constitutional referendum regarding the Prince’s powers was held in Liechtenstein on 14 March 2003. The referendum had two questions: a "Princely Initiative" and a "Constitution Peace Initiative".[1] The first question passed with 64.32% in favour and the second question was rejected by 83.44% of voters.[2]

The Princely Initiative asked voters whether to approve an extension of the power of the

Vienna, Austria if the voters had chosen to restrict his powers.[6]

Results

Princely Initiative

Choice Votes %
For 9,412 64.3
Against 5,221 35.7
Invalid/blank votes 212 –
Total 14,845 100
Registered voters/turnout 16,932 87.7
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

Constitution Peace Initiative

Choice Votes %
For 2,394 16.6
Against 12,065 83.4
Invalid/blank votes 386 –
Total 14,845 100
Registered voters/turnout 16,932 87.7
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

References

  1. ISBN 978-3-8329-5609-7
  2. ^ "Referendum Results". IFES Election Guide. Retrieved 2011-02-19.
  3. ^ "Election Profile". IFES Election Guide. Retrieved 2011-02-19.
  4. ^ "Liechtenstein prince wins powers". BBC News. 2003-03-16. Retrieved 2011-02-19.
  5. ^ Opinion on the amendments to the constitution of Liechtenstein proposed by the Princely House of Liechtenstein Venice Commission
  6. ^ "Calendar of Events for March 16, 2003". Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved 2011-02-19.

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