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"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."

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

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International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

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Freedom of expression may only be restricted under certain circumstances as are prescribed by law and are necessary in a democratic society.