1.
Everyone shall have the right to hold opinions without inter ference.
2.
Everyone shall have the right to freedom of expression; this right shall in clude freedom to seek, receive and impart information and ideas of all kinds, regard less of frontiers, either orally, in writing or in print, in the form of art, or through any other media of his choice.
3. The exercise of the rights provided for in paragraph 2 of this article carries with it special duties and responsibilities. It may therefore be subject to certain restrictions, but these shall only be such as are provided by law and are necessary:
(a) For respect of the rights or reputations of others;
(b) For the protection of national security or of public order (ordre public), or of public health or morals.
Official text
Transcription: Spot-checked
In force from 16-12-1966
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