More than 1,000 lawyers call for AfD ban for violation of human dignity
The short version
More than 1,000 lawyers, including lawyers, judges and prosecutors, published an open letter on 3 August 2026 calling for a ban on the AfD. They justify the application with violations of human dignity and basic democratic principles, whereby the Federal Constitutional Court should decide on the procedure.
The letter was signed by over 1,000 lawyers, referred to as lawyers, judges and prosecutors.3,2,1 The letter accuses the AfD of violating the Basic Law, in particular the principle of human dignity.3,2,1 The signatories call on the Federal Constitutional Court to initiate prohibition proceedings against the AfD.2
They argue that the AfD's policies represent serious damage to democracy.1 The open letter appeals to politicians to start a prohibition procedure.1 The decision on the ban lies with the Federal Constitutional Court, which will decide on the application according to the report.2
The signatories emphasize that a ban is necessary to protect the basic democratic order.1
Why it matters
In Germany, the Federal Constitutional Court is the authority that decides on applications to prohibit parties.2
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