In canon I got the impression that the enforcement was conducted by the ministry of magic, rather than by ancient curses dating back to Merlin.
You’re right. The Statute of Secrecy was created in the late 17th century and is enforced by the Ministries of Magic of the different countries.
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You’re right. The Statute of Secrecy was created in the late 17th century and is enforced by the Ministries of Magic of the different countries.