Introduction. The dogmatics of German administrative law is based on the self-sufficiency of the theoretical postulates of "police law" and "public order law," primarily examined within the context of Special Administrative Law.Purpose of the study. This article aims to explore the theoretical dogmas related to General Administrative Law, specifically focusing on the concept of Verwaltungsrecht as a branch of law and its distinctions from "administrative science" (Verwaltungswissenschaft) in the context of German and Austrian administrative lawMethodology. The article employs formal-legal and comparative-legal methods: the former is used to elucidate the concept and structure of Special Administrative Law through the analysis and interpretation of legal categories and constructs. The comparative-legal analysis is utilized to compare the German and Austrian models of administrative law, identifying similarities and differences in the functioning of key institutions.Results. Police law and public order law (Polizei und Ordnungsrecht) within German Special Administrative Law occupy a central position. They are perceived as the law of danger prevention (Gefahrenabwehrrecht). A comparison with Austria reveals a similarity in the fundamental 'police' logic; however, the Austrian model places a stronger emphasis on data protection (Datenschutzrecht) and European international cooperation among security agencies. In contrast, the German doctrine elaborates more on the separation of police and intelligence competencies (Trennungsgebot) and describes their interaction through a strictly limited exchange of information.