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"The above-mentioned rights shall not be subject to any restrictions except those which are provided by law, are necessary to protect national security, public order (ordre public), public health or morals or the rights and freedoms of others, and are consistent with the other rights recognized in the present Covenant."
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UNGA: International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, art. 12.3

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  • Freedom of movement may only be restricted when provided by law, necessary in a democratic society, and consistent with other rights.
  • Freedom of movement may only be restricted in limited cases, including in the interest of protecting the rights and freedoms of others.
  • Freedom of movement may only be restricted in limited cases, including in the interest of national security.
  • Freedom of movement may only be restricted in limited cases, including in the interest of public order.
  • Freedom of movement may only be restricted in limited cases, including in the interest of public health or morals.
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