Administrative Offense

An administrative offense is a minor legal violation that is not classified as a crime. Examples include parking in a no-parking zone or running a red light without causing an accident. These violations can result in fines.

For residents of Germany or Austria, it is important to know that administrative offenses can be punished with fines ranging from 5 to 1000 euros, depending on the severity of the violation. You have the right to appeal a fine notice, as outlined in § 80 of the Administrative Offenses Act (OWiG). Common mistakes include ignoring fine notices or missing deadlines for appeals.

Related documents on DokBrief:

• Appeal Against Fine Notice — Information on how to appeal against fine notices.