Finally: Berlin Higher Court Rules Against Diplomat Immunity

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A diplomat’s immunity from civil jurisdiction does not depend on the severity of their—alleged or actual—legal violations. 2. Section 18 of the Courts Constitution Act (GVG) does not violate Article 14 of the Basic Law (GG) or the principle of the rule of law (Article 20(3) GG).Ruling I. The plaintiff’s appeal against the judgment of … Read more