Art. 54 Constitution of the Canton of Obwalden (Cantonal Constitution, KV) (Kantonsverfassung, KV) - Liability

1. Cantons, municipalities, and other public-law corporations and institutions are liable for damage unlawfully caused by their organs in the exercise of sovereign functions.

2. They are also liable for damages legally caused by their organs if individuals are severely affected and it is unreasonable to expect them to bear the damage themselves.

3. Members of authorities and employees are responsible for their official acts in accordance with the law.

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