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Main Customs Office Potsdam Fights Illegal Work, Imposes €850K in Penalties in 2022

The office's relentless inspections and interviews led to significant penalties and damages recovered. Its proactive approach resulted in over 1,800 criminal and administrative proceedings.

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Main Customs Office Potsdam Fights Illegal Work, Imposes €850K in Penalties in 2022

The Main Customs Office Potsdam, in 2022, concluded a significant number of proceedings related to illegal work and enforced substantial penalties. The office also conducted numerous inspections and interviews to combat labour law violations.

In 2022, the courts imposed severe penalties for illegal work cases handled by the Main Customs Office Potsdam. These included fines totaling 386,356 euros and imprisonment sentences adding up to 130 months. Additionally, warning fines, regular fines, and confiscation orders amounted to 463,916 euros.

The office concluded 1,829 criminal proceedings and 602 administrative offence proceedings last year. It initiated 1,586 criminal proceedings and 680 administrative offence proceedings in 2022, demonstrating its proactive approach to combating illegal work.

The Main Customs Office Potsdam conducted 939 employer inspections in 2022, interviewing 6,912 employees about their employment relationships. The damages uncovered by the customs officers totaled 19,299,394 euros in 2022.

The Main Customs Office Potsdam's efforts in 2022 resulted in substantial penalties and the conclusion of numerous proceedings related to illegal work. The office's diligent inspections and interviews helped uncover significant damages and enforce labour laws. For media inquiries, the press office can be reached at (0331) 50591 - 1011 or via email at [email protected].

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