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Swiss Federal Office of Justice

The Swiss Federal Office of Justice is a government agency responsible for overseeing Switzerland’s legal system. It develops and implements laws related to justice, courts, and legal processes, ensuring their proper functioning across the country. The office also manages international legal cooperation, human rights issues, and the country’s legal frameworks for privacy, data protection, and criminal law. Its role is to maintain the rule of law, promote justice, and ensure that Swiss legal standards align with international agreements. Essentially, it supports the justice system to operate fairly, efficiently, and according to national and international legal principles.