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The Judiciary

Constitution of the Italian Republic

Article 102

The judicial function shall be exercised by ordinary members of the Judiciary appointed in accordance with and subject to the rules governing the organisation of the Judiciary. No extraordinary or special courts may be established. It shall only be possible, within ordinary judicial bodies and for specific matters, to institute specialised sections open to the participation of eligible citizens from outside the Judiciary. The law shall regulate the cases and forms of direct participation by the people in the administration of justice.

Official English translation