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BOE-A-2026-9133 ·27 April 2026 ·Organic Act critical
Administrative

Composition of the Chambers under Article 61 of the LOPJ

The composition of the Chamber under Article 61 of the LOPJ is defined: it is formed by the President of the Supreme Court, the chamber presidents, and the most senior and most junior magistrates of each chamber (Art. 1). This amendment establishes the criteria for selecting magistrates to ensure the chamber's operation, reinforcing representation based on seniority and juniority within each chamber.

In 1 key point

  1. The Chamber under Article 61 of the LOPJ is composed of the President of the Supreme Court, the chamber presidents, and the most senior and most junior magistrate of each chamber (art. 1)

How it affects those involved

Magistrates and judicial officials must adjust their participation in review processes in accordance with the new composition. Administrations and judges filing review appeals must take the new chamber structure into account. Procedural law advisors should update their procedures and guides to reflect the new legal composition.

Lifecycle

2026-04-27PublishedPublished in the BOE
2026-04-27Into forceComes into force (disposicion final)
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