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"The exercise of the rights provided for in paragraph 2 of this article [freedom of expression] 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 of others."

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UNGA: International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, art. 19.3(a)

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International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

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Freedom of expression may only be restricted in limited cases, including in the interest of protecting the reputation and rights of others.
Access to information may be restricted only in limited cases, including in the interest of protecting the reputation and rights of others.