German paper Der Spiegel obtained a draft of the law, which said ‘the BKA law contains the “authority to conceal apartments,” for example to install espionage software on computers or smartphones, and the authority to “concealed search of apartments.” However, these instruments should only be able to be used under very high hurdles, as a last resort and only for combating terrorism,’ the paper reported.
Moreover, ASB Zeitung explained that ‘BKA has a central role in criminal prosecution and in combating the dangers of international terrorism. According to Faeser, it needs modern instruments in the analog and digital worlds, as reported by the RND from security circles. The Federal Ministry of the Interior is currently drafting a bill to reform the BKA law. However, the secret search of apartments should only be possible under very high thresholds as a last resort, the RND reported.’
German outlet Heise also pointed out that ‘the aim could also be to replace possible “means of crime” before planned attacks or to render them unusable.’
A spokesperson from the ministry in Berlin told Der Spiegel that the BKA has “as the central office of the police authorities in Germany a central position in law enforcement and countering the dangers of international terrorism.” He added that he specifically referred to the threats presented by Islamic terrorism. “In our view, it is completely self-evident that the security authorities must have the appropriate powers to deal with this,” he explained.
However, the spokesperson said that the legislative plans are “still in very early intergovernmental consultations.”
Konstantin von Notz, the deputy chairman of the Green Party’s parliamentary group, spoke of “serious times” to the RND, saying the BKA requires “modern investigative powers and means.” Meanwhile, it is “completely clear that these powers can only be granted within the framework of the constitutional order,” he said.
FDP MP Höferlin warned against excessive interference, claiming that “otherwise, the rule of law will destroy itself.” “Especially the secrecy of the search makes this project difficult, as the Free Democrats do not stand for a ‘Stasi 2.0’.” However, it is beyond question that investigative authorities “need appropriate and strong investigative tools,” he noted.
AUTHOR COMMENTARY
Psalm 17:11 They have now compassed us in our steps: they have set their eyes bowing down to the earth; [12] Like as a lion that is greedy of his prey, and as it were a young lion lurking in secret places. [13] Arise, O LORD, disappoint him, cast him down: deliver my soul from the wicked, which is thy sword:
Oh, of course this is to combat “terrorism:” this blatant invasion of privacy and security is for your “safety,” so don’t resist or YOU might just be a terrorist!
Germany is run by freaks who overtook the asylum. Every time I report on Germany it’s never anything good, but seems to always be some gross perversion and oppression. But that’s why Germany continues to fall apart and get horrendous government again and again, because the people as a whole are wicked and God is thusly giving the leaders they deserve, as could be said for the rest of the West.
Proverbs 14:34 Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people.
[7] Who goeth a warfare any time at his own charges? who planteth a vineyard, and eateth not of the fruit thereof? or who feedeth a flock, and eateth not of the milk of the flock? [8] Say I these things as a man? or saith not the law the same also? [9] For it is written in the law of Moses, Thou shalt not muzzle the mouth of the ox that treadeth out the corn. Doth God take care for oxen? [10] Or saith he it altogether for our sakes? For our sakes, no doubt, this is written: that he that ploweth should plow in hope; and that he that thresheth in hope should be partaker of his hope. (1 Corinthians 9:7-10).
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