Guerilla campaigns in Germany: what is legally possible — and what is not
In short
In Germany guerilla actions usually fail in four fields: use of public space, property rights on private land, trademark and unfair-competition law regarding third-party brands, and personality rights when filming. Checking these four up front rarely kills an idea entirely.
The four fields
- Public space: permits, local postering rules
- Private land: owner consent
- Third-party brands: no confusion, no disparagement
- Filming: consent for identifiable people
Practical recommendation
- Check before the pitch, not after
- Two variants per concept: with and without permit need
- Define an abort criterion
- Document on the day
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FAQ
Does this replace legal review?
No. The article names the typical fields. Binding assessment of a specific case belongs with a law firm or your legal team.
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