When invoking a legitimate ground for restriction of freedom of expression, the authorities must demonstrate, in specific and individualized fashion, the precise nature of the imminent threat, as well as the necessity for and the proportionality of the specific action taken. A direct and immediate connection between the expression (or the information to be disclosed) and the alleged threat must be established.
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)
Civil & Political Rights
Person(s) affected
All
Year
2013
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
SR Freedom of Opinion, Report to the UNGA (2013), A/68/362, para. 53.