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"The exercise of the right provided for in the foregoing paragraph [freedom of expression] shall not be subject to prior censorship but shall be subject to subsequent imposition of liability, which shall be expressly established by law to the extent necessary to ensure: (b) the protection of national security, public order, or public health or morals."
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OAS: American Convention on Human Rights, art. 13.2(b)

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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.
  • Freedom of expression may only be restricted in limited cases, including in the interest of national security.
  • Freedom of expression may only be restricted in limited cases, including in the interest of public safety.
  • Freedom of expression should not be limited by the imposition of prior censorship.
  • Access to information may be restricted only in limited cases, including in the interest of national security.
  • Access to information may be restricted only in limited cases, including in the interest of public safety.
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