Discharge due to misogynist and racist statements!

Discharge due to misogynist and racist statements!

On March 6, 2025, it became known that a commissioner candidate was released from the civil servant relationship at revocation. The decision of the Aachen police headquarters is based on considerable doubts about the character of the applicant for the police service. This was underpinned by its discriminatory and degrading behavior towards women and minorities, which is absolutely inadequate in today's society and especially in the police service.

The plaintiff in question was noticed by unacceptable statements that are both women -hostile and racist. It is reported that the candidate described colleagues with derogatory terms such as "feminist pussies". He also used discriminatory terms in class, including "shit foreigners" and "Kanake". Such statements were assessed by the administrative court as serious character defects.

judicial confirmation of dismissal

The decision of the police headquarters was confirmed on February 26, 2025 by the administrative court. The court made it clear that the plaintiff lacks the necessary character suitability for the exercise of the police service. Correct and respectful behavior towards the legal system and in dealing with each other is of the utmost importance for police officers. The expectations of police officers include de -escalating and prudent.

As part of the judicial proceedings, the plaintiff offered witnesses to prove its suitability. However, these measures proved to be ineffective, and the judges remained in their assessment of the character defects. The plaintiff now has the option of applying for an appeal against the judgment that the Higher Administrative Court in Münster will decide.

context of the decision

The dismissal of police applicants due to the unsuitability of character is an important step to promote a discriminatory environment within the police. In recent years, the discussion about discrimination risks has intensified in police forces. According to an analysis of the Federal Association of Service Hundführer ( BDK ), such processes are crucial to secure trust in the police and their integrity.

The current procedure underlines the need for the police to distance themselves from discriminatory attitudes and to deal with the importance of respect and tolerance within the ranks. The dismissal of the commissioner candidate is a sign that high standards are also created in the training of the police.