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Alcohol ban at the Old Port: peace for Rathenow or just an illusion?
The article provides information about current developments in Havelland, including an alcohol ban in Rathenow, the suspension of the city fire chief and the opening of a new sports field in Nauen.
Alcohol ban at the Old Port: peace for Rathenow or just an illusion?
A new alcohol ban has caused a stir in Rathenow. Since July 15, 2023, a ban on the consumption of alcohol has been in effect in the popular area at the Old Harbor, which is aimed at maintaining public order. The ban was introduced following numerous complaints from residents and tourists who complained about noise, litter and vandalism. According to Mayor Jörg Zietemann, it is hoped that the ban will bring calm to the area. The security service, which was hired in April, works together with the public order office to ensure that the ban is adhered to and ensures that no alcohol is consumed. This has already been officially decided by the city council after the problems with excessive spontaneous celebrations increased in previous years rbb24.
The general order, which is valid until December 31, 2025, is to be evaluated after a test run. Signs indicating the alcohol ban will be put up this week. Another example of the importance of public order is shown by a current case from Brädikow, in which a man was convicted of exhibitionist acts. A 13-year-old girl saw him naked in the forest and called the police. The convicted defendant plans to appeal the verdict maz-online.
Legal situation and scope of action of the municipalities
The alcohol ban in Rathenow is in the context of similar regulations that enable communities to ensure public order through legal measures. However, such regulations must take into account the fundamental right to freedom of action, as required by the Basic Law. The principle of proportionality plays a central role here. In some cities, such as Palma de Mallorca, strict regulations have been introduced to improve public order. However, the case of the city of Forst in Lusatia shows how fragile such regulations can be: There, a court rejected the existing alcohol ban as disproportionate because there was no concrete evidence of a threat to public order anwalt-suchservice.
In order to avoid such legal complications, those responsible in Rathenow hope that the ban will run smoothly and that it will have positive effects. The residents can hope for a noticeable improvement in the situation at the Old Port - a long-awaited goal that is finally within reach thanks to the measures taken.