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Highest court outlaws child slapping

This content was published on Jul 9, 2003 It ruled on Wednesday that slapping, kicking and ear tugging are punishable offences – if they are administered repeatedly or habitually. The court made its announcement in a bid to clarify Swiss law, which does not specifically prohibit corporal punishment for children. Current legislation states that individuals can be punished if they hit someone, regardless…