Originally Posted by Nic33

I am not disputing that other (most) countries unfortunately apply rules without any judgement. But the Kantonspolizei is a small unit of well paid and well trained police which could apply some judgement for those types of issues. Swiss tourism is struggling because of the strength of the Swiss franc and the high cost of living. Hence, more than in any other country, tourists should be welcomed by all means, even by the immigration authorities.

The focus of the Kantonspolizei should be to prevent illegal immigration and threats to security, which was obvioulsy not the case here.