The right of the child to freedom of expression 2014, para. 23
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First, restrictions must be provided by law made accessible to the public and be formulated with sufficient precision to enable an individual to regulate his or her conduct accordingly. Second, restrictions may be imposed only on the grounds set out in paragraphs 2 (a) and (b) of article 13, namely, for respect for the rights or reputations of others and for the protection of national security, of public order or of public health or morals. Third, restrictions must conform to the strict tests of necessity and proportionality.
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.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Governance & Rule of Law
Health
Person(s) affected
All
Year
2014
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
SR Freedom of Opinion, Report to the UNGA (2014), A/69/335, para. 23.