13. Is there a ban on the use of state resources in favour or against a political party or candidate?

Algeria

Algeria

Answer
Yes
Source

Articles 83, 84, and 289 Ordinance No. 21-01 of 26 Rajab 1442 (March 10, 2021) on the organic law relating to the electoral system

http://www.droit-afrique.com/uploads/Algerie-Code-2021-electoral.pdf

Comment

Except against legislative provisions, it is prohibited use for purposes of electoral propaganda, goods or means of a public or private legal person, institution or public body.     It is prohibited for propaganda election, use, in any form whatsoever, places of worship, institutions and public administrations, as well as educational, teaching institutions and training, regardless of their nature or belonging. The use of goods or means of administration or public goods for the benefit of a party political, candidate or list of candidates, is punished with a imprisonment of six (6) months to three (3) years and a fine of 6,000 DA to 60,000 DA..

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