SwitzerlandKanton Aargau 61 · Canton of Aargau: Rule of law
Two neighbours in Aargau are arguing about money. Where do they normally have to go first?
In the exam (German)
Zwei Nachbarn im Aargau streiten um Geld. Wohin müssen sie normalerweise zuerst gehen?
- aStraight to the High Court (Obergericht)Direkt zum Obergericht
- bTo the justice of the peace (Friedensrichter)Zum FriedensrichterCorrect answer
- cTo the Executive Council (Regierungsrat)Zum Regierungsrat
- dTo the municipal head (Gemeindeammann)Zum Gemeindeammann
Why?
Before a civil lawsuit, Aargau first requires an attempt at conciliation. The justices of the peace (Friedensrichterinnen und Friedensrichter) are usually responsible for this. If no agreement is reached, the case can then go to the district court (Bezirksgericht).
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