Constitutional Law in Switzerland, Second edition
Derived from the renowned multi-volume International Encyclopaedia of Laws, this very useful analysis of constitutional law in Switzerland provides essential information on the country’s sources of constitutional law, its form of government, and its administrative structure. Lawyers who handle transnational matters will appreciate the clarifications of particular terminology and its application. Throughout the book, the treatment emphasizes the specific points at which constitutional law affects the interpretation of legal rules and procedure.
Thorough coverage by a local expert fully describes the political system, the historical background, the role of treaties, legislation, jurisprudence, and administrative regulations. The discussion of the form and structure of government outlines its legal status, the jurisdiction and workings of the central state organs, the subdivisions of the state, its decentralized authorities, and concepts of citizenship. Special issues include the legal position of aliens, foreign relations, taxing and spending powers, emergency laws, the power of the military, and the constitutional relationship between church and state. Details are presented in such a way that readers who are unfamiliar with specific terms and concepts in varying contexts will fully grasp their meaning and significance.
Its succinct yet scholarly nature, as well as the practical quality of the information it provides, make this book a valuable time-saving tool for both practising and academic jurists. Lawyers representing parties with interests in Switzerland will welcome this guide, and academics and researchers will appreciate its value in the study of comparative constitutional law.
| Publish Date | 06/12/2018 |
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| Product Line | Kluwer Law International |
| ISBN | 9789041196132 |
| SKU | 10064393-0001 |
The Authors
List of Abbreviations
Preface to the Second Edition
General Introduction
Chapter 1. A Short Outline of Swiss Constitutional History
Chapter 2. The Pillars of the Swiss Constitution
Chapter 3. State Territory
Chapter 4. Population (Demographic Data)
Part I. Sources of Constitutional Law
Chapter 1. Treaties
Chapter 2. Constitution
Chapter 3. Legislation
Chapter 4. Case Law
Chapter 5. Customary Law
Chapter 6. Administrative Ordinances and Administrative Orders
Chapter 7. Interpretation and Publication
Part II. State Organization
Chapter 1. General
Chapter 2. The People
Chapter 3. The Legislature
Chapter 4. The Executive
Chapter 5. The Judiciary
Part III. The State and Its Subdivisions
Chapter 1. Switzerland as a Federal State
Chapter 2. The Cantons
Chapter 3. The Municipalities
Part IV. Citizenship and the Administration of Justice
Chapter 1. Rules Concerning Citizenship and Relevance of Citizenship
Chapter 2. Fundamental Rights
Chapter 3. Constitutional Problems of Minorities
Chapter 4. Legal Position of Aliens
Chapter 5. Judicial Control of Administrative Action
Part V. Specific Problems
Chapter 1. Neutrality and War, Treaty and Foreign Affairs Powers
Chapter 2. Taxing Power, Financial Equalization and Spending Power
Chapter 3. The Constitutional Relationship Between Religion and State
Selected Bibliography
Index
