Law

Regulatory law has undergone considerable differentiation and development in recent years. This new edition, now edited by Michael Fehling and Jens-Peter Schneider, reflects that remarkable dynamism and addresses both classic topics and new regulatory issues, such as those related to digital platforms and intermediary services.

The dogmatics of fundamental rights protection in the area of cross-border tax enforcement within the European Union have hardly been examined to date. Thomas Sendke addresses this issue in his work, thereby making a significant contribution to the development of a European tax constitutional law.

Johannes Michael Siegel examines racial profiling in policing from a legal perspective. He develops a coherent definition, analyses statutory powers at federal and state level, and explores how discretion and institutional practices may lead to structural discrimination. In addition, legal responses are discussed.

The state is responsible for securing an energy supply that sustains society, the economy, and public institutions, yet legal and practical limits constrain its role. Despite extensive regulation, its influence remains restricted, as responsibilities are shared among many actors and multiple objectives must be balanced.