Art. 5 Federal Act of October 7, 1994, on the Central Criminal Police Offices of the Confederation and Joint Centers for Police and Customs Cooperation with Other States (CCPO) - Liaison Officers

Liaison officers assigned to certain Swiss representations abroad or to international organizations provide support to authorities responsible for the prosecution of offenses that fall under the jurisdiction of central offices. They directly collaborate, as members of the central office and within the limits of the following provisions, with the competent authorities of the State of residence and certain third States.

Fedpol may, in agreement with the Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (FOCBS), delegate tasks of its own liaison officers to the liaison officers of FOCBS. Within the framework of tasks delegated by fedpol, FOCBS liaison officers are treated as fedpol liaison officers concerning access to information systems and the right to process data insofar as necessary to fulfill their tasks.

Liaison officers may also be involved in investigations and inquiries concerning crimes and offenses for which Switzerland can grant mutual legal assistance.

The Federal Council defines the mission of liaison officers in agreement with the State of residence.

The Federal Council is authorized to agree with the competent foreign authorities on the establishment of foreign liaison officers in Switzerland.

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