Hate speech and incitement to hatred 2012, para. 81
Paragraph
Paragraph text
When hate is expressed by politicians and public authorities, additional sanctions should be imposed, as recognized in article 4 (c) of the Convention. Such sanctions could include those of a disciplinary nature, such as removal from office, in addition to effective remedies for victims.
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
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Governance & Rule of Law
Year
2012
Paragraph type
Conclusion / Recommendation
Reference
SR Freedom of Opinion, Report to the UNGA (2012), A/67/357, para. 81.