Water Retaining Facilities Act (WRFA)
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Art. 30 Violation of safety regulations
1 Any person who: a. wilfully constructs a defective water retaining facility, in particular by ignoring the required safety measures; b. continues to operate a water retaining facility despite being aware that it has significant safety defects, shall be liable to custodial sentence not exceeding three years or to a monetary penalty. 2 … 3 An offender who acts through negligence is liable to a custodial sentence not exceeding 3 years or to a monetary penalty.
Para. 1 — Amended by No I 20 of the FA of 17 Dec. 2021 on the Harmonisation of Sentencing Policy, in force since 1 July 2023 (AS 2023 259; BBl 2018 2827). Para. 2 — Repealed by No I 20 of the FA of 17 Dec. 2021 on the Harmonisation of Sentencing Policy, with effect from 1 July 2023 (AS 2023 259; BBl 2018 2827).
Art. 31 Prosecution
1 Prosecution is the responsibility of the Federal Government. 2 The Federal Act of 22 March 1974 on Administrative Criminal Law applies. 3 The Federal Council designates the administrative authorities responsible for prosecution and adjudication.
Para. 2 — SR 313.0
Art. 32 Processing of personal data
1 The authorities responsible for enforcement process the personal data required for the application of this Act, including data concerning criminal prosecutions and sanctions. 2 They may store such data electronically, and may exchange data among themselves insofar as this is necessary for the uniform implementation of this Act.