**Article 62 VRPV - Decision** Ordinance on Administrative Justice (VRPV) - Decision**

1. The higher court must not exceed the claims of the appellant and must not amend the contested decision to the appellant's detriment.

2. If the court upholds the appeal, it will rule on the matter itself, or it will refer the case back to the lower court for a new assessment. The court may refer the matter back particularly if the lower court has not heard the case, or if it has inadequately established the facts.

3. The judgment must be reasoned and communicated to the parties in writing. If possible, it should be delivered in operative part beforehand.

4. To the extent required by law or where there is a public interest, the decision shall be made accessible to the public.

5. For decisions subject to appeal to the Federal Court, the required content is determined in accordance with Article 112 paragraph 1 of the Federal Court Act (SR 173.110).

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