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Arnim Paragraph

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The "Arnim Paragraph" was a German criminal code addition established in 1876. It was a direct result of the actions of Prussian diplomat Harry, count von Arnim. Arnim's opposition to Chancellor Otto von Bismarck and his unauthorized disclosure of official documents led to his prosecution. This addition to the criminal code made the unauthorized disclosure of official documents a criminal offense. The Arnim Paragraph was enacted to prevent similar indiscretions in the future.1

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  1. Harry, count von Arnim
  2. Hans Georg von Arnim

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