Germany’s Federal Constitutional Court in Karlsruhe began hearings on Tuesday on Bavaria’s police law. The legislation has been controversial due to the broad powers it grants law enforcement. The case is being heard by the First Senate.
The law was passed by the Bavarian state parliament in 2018. Critics argue it violates the constitution, particularly the right to personal freedom and the inviolability of the home. The Bavarian state government defends the law as necessary for combating terrorism.
A ruling is expected in the coming months and could have far-reaching implications for police laws in other German states.
Source: www.deutschlandfunk.de
