The right to freedom of opinion and expression in electoral contexts 2014, para. 38
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Restrictions on political expression take a variety of forms - from defamation and slander laws, to blanket bans on critical expression relating to incumbent politicians, to the prohibition of whole media sources, outlets and websites - and impact not only the individuals or groups which might run afoul of them, but the media outlets or intermediaries that publish restricted, or what is considered to be illegal, political expression.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression
Document type
Special Procedures' report
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N.A.
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Civil & Political Rights
Equality & Inclusion
Year
2014
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Other
Reference
SR Freedom of Opinion, Report to the HRC (2014), A/HRC/26/30, para. 38.