COALITION PROVISIONAL AUTHORITY ORDER NUMBER 62
DISQUALIFICATION FROM PUBLIC OFFICE
Pursuant to my authority as Administrator of the Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA),
and under the laws and usages of war, and consistent with relevant U.N. Security Council
resolutions, including Resolutions 1483 and 1511 (2003),
Noting the obligation of the CPA to restore and maintain order and the right of the CPA
to take measures for its security and public order,
Concerned that groups and individuals are attempting to undermine Coalition efforts, as
called for in U.N. Security Council Resolution 1483 (2003), to create conditions in which
the Iraqi people can freely determine their own political future,
Determined to assist the Iraqi people in establishing an internationally recognized,
representative government by creating an environment in which democratic institutions
can be formed, personal liberties can be safeguarded, and the rule of law is respected and
can be enforced;
I hereby promulgate the following:
Section 1
Authority to Disqualify
1) When determined necessary for security and public order within Iraq, the
Administrator of the CPA may disqualify an individual from participating in an election
as a candidate for, accepting a nomination to, or holding public office, at any level, if that
individual:
a) Has engaged in, ordered, or publicly incited violence against Coalition Forces
or CPA personnel;
b) Was a full member of the Ba'ath Party holding the rank of 'Udw Qutriyya
(Regional Command Member), 'Udw Far'(Branch Member), 'Udw Shu'bah (Section
Member), or 'Udw Firqah (Group Member), as determined by the Higher National De-
Baathification Commission;
c) Is an agent of a foreign government;
d) Has been convicted of a serious offense;
e) Is reasonably suspected of having committed, participated in, ordered, or
permitted war crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity, atrocities, or gross violations
of human rights; or
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f) Has publicly espoused political philosophies or legal doctrines contrary to the
democratic order and rule of law being established in Iraq.
2) The Administrator may take such actions as he deems necessary to notify the
individual concerned of a disqualification action under this section and to ensure a
disqualified individual is prevented from assuming or continuing to hold public office.
To the extent practicable, consistent with the CPA's responsibilities and authorities, the
Administrator should inform the public of his determinations and the bases for them.
Section 2
Existing Law
Any laws or regulations inconsistent with the provisions of this Order are hereby
suspended to the extent they are inconsistent with the provisions of this Order.
Section 3
Entry into Force and Duration
This Order shall enter into force on the date of signature and shall remain in effect only
until the CPA is dissolved.
Paul Bremer, Administrator
Coalition Provisional Authority
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