As of now you can file a criminal complaint for fake news directly with us via our created online form. Fill in the fields, upload evidence (screenshots, links, witness statements) and sign either digitally with mouse, stylus or finger - or print the form and sign it by hand.
Drawing with mouse, stylus or finger is possible (canvas supports touch + mouse). Use "Unterschrift löschen" to remove the drawing and sign again. When generating the document the signature is embedded as an image and shown in the print preview - when you print the document the signature will appear on the printout. The entire process runs locally in your browser; nothing is sent to any server.
Please check briefly beforehand whether your suspicion is well founded: save full screenshots with visible timestamps as soon as possible, secure the original URL (if necessary via web archive) and note account names and the post date/time. Upload these proofs directly - that makes the complaint concrete and usable.
Note: These templates serve as practical aids, but do not replace legal advice. If you are unsure which criminal provisions apply or if the case is complex, please consult a lawyer.
Variant A: Signature directly with the mouse
Template criminal complaint for false report / fake news
Variant B: Signature after printing the document
Template criminal complaint for false report / fake news
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Jedes online-Portal der Behörden ist einfacher.
..es hatten uns viele leute gebeten, ob wir solch eines entwerfen können. dieser bitte kamen wir nach – mfg
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