SwitzerlandDemokratie und Föderalismus 6 · Democracy and federalism
A cantonal law contradicts a federal law (Bundesgesetz). Which one applies?
In the exam (German)
Ein kantonales Gesetz widerspricht einem Bundesgesetz. Was gilt?
- aFederal law takes precedence.Das Bundesrecht geht vor.Correct answer
- bThe newer law takes precedence.Das neuere Gesetz geht vor.
- cCantonal law takes precedence.Das kantonale Recht geht vor.
- dYou may choose freely.Man darf frei wählen.
Why?
Article 49 of the Federal Constitution says that federal law (Bundesrecht) takes precedence over cantonal law that conflicts with it. On this point, the cantonal law may not be applied.
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