Basics of administrative criminal law
Administrative criminal law is an important area of the legal system that deals with the prosecution of violations of administrative rules and regulations. It comprises a large number of laws, ordinances and regulations issued by state authorities to protect the public interest and maintain order.
Sanctions and violations in administrative criminal law
A central feature of administrative criminal law is the possibility for state authorities to impose fines or other sanctions on individuals or companies that have violated applicable regulations. These sanctions can vary depending on the severity of the violation and range from fines to business bans or other administrative measures. Typical violations include traffic violations, environmental pollution, construction law violations, tax evasion and violations of occupational health and safety regulations.
Rights and obligations in administrative criminal law
Under administrative criminal law, both the persons concerned and the state authorities have certain rights and obligations. The rights include, for example, the right to be heard, the right to a defense and the right to appeal against a fine. On the other hand, the authorities are obliged to conduct fair and transparent proceedings and to observe the principle of proportionality.
