What does “Strafbefehl” mean?

Penalty order from the prosecutor or a fines office. If you don’t object, it counts as a final judgment.

What to do

If you disagree, send an Einsprache in writing within 10 days.

You may see it in letters from

• Polizei / Statthalteramt / Stadtrichteramt — Police and fines office

“Strafbefehl” is a German word used in official letters in Switzerland. Briefly explains words like this automatically when you check a letter.

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