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In some areas, yes. But I am under the impression that as long as they can say "Secret Défense", the DGSE people can do whatever they want.
by mercurial 12y ago
In some areas, yes. But I am under the impression that as long as they can say "Secret Défense", the DGSE people can do whatever they want.
- motdiem 12y agoThat is largely correct. One way to look at the french state is that it is more worried about maintaining order than serving justice. And historically, the population has largely supported this stance. (unfortunately imo)
- wlesieutre 12y agoThat doesn't sound appreciably different from the US's "state secrets" defense
- mercurial 12y agoAt least, there was an effort to implement some controls over intelligence agencies following the Church Committee. It is unfortunate that it turned out to be effective, but at least the intention was there. The French law only mentions a weak commission with "consultative" powers.