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111.1 KV CH-SG

Art. 8 Constitution of the Canton of St. Gallen (KV) - Lawfulness

II. Fundamental Rights and Duties as well as Principles of the Rule of Law - 3. Principles of the Rule of Law
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Art. 8 KV - Lawfulness · Lawfulness

1. The foundation of state action is the law.

2. State action must be in the public interest and proportionate.

3. Authorities and private individuals shall act in good faith.

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Court Decisions Applying This Provision (2)

B.2012.231 · sg (Art. 8 Abs. 2 KV)
Student v. University Regarding Retroactive Examination Accommodations
Cited in reasoning concerning the appellant's claim that the decision violated the principle of proportionality.
B.2012.231 · sg (Art. 8 Abs. 2 KV)
Student v. University: Retroactive Disability Accommodations for Exams
Cited in the reasoning regarding proportionality, which was confirmed as not violated in Order 1.