Peter Fitzek Königreich Deutschland trial

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1. 16 Sept 2012Background

   Peter Fitzek proclaims 'Königreich Deutschland' in Wittenberg in 2012

   On 16 September 2012, Peter Fitzek declared himself 'King of Germany' and founded a self-styled micro-state in Lutherstadt Wittenberg.

2. 1 Mar 2017Background

   Peter Fitzek convicted of illegal banking over his 'Royal Reich Bank'

   In March 2017 a German court convicted self-styled king Peter Fitzek of running unlicensed banking and insurance-like businesses in his micronation.

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   12 Nov

   Germany's self-declared king Peter Fitzek goes on trial for illegal banking

   Peter Fitzek, who calls himself king of a made-up realm, now has to face a court. The charges: illegal banking, fraud and tax evasion.