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"[T]he Committee recalls that the rights and freedoms set forth in article 21 of the Covenant are not absolute but may be subject to limitations in certain situations. The second sentence of article 21 of the Covenant requires that no restrictions may be placed on the exercise of the right to peaceful assembly other than those imposed (1) in conformity with the law and (2) which are necessary in a democratic society in the interests of national security or public safety, public order (ordre public), the protection of public health or morals or the protection of the rights and freedoms of others."
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UN (CCPR): Communication No. 1772/2008, Belyazeka vs. Belarus, p.9 para. 11.8Summaries
- Everyone has the right to peaceful assembly.
- Freedom of assembly may be restricted under certain circumstances as are prescribed by law and are necessary in a democratic society.
- Freedom of assembly may only be restricted under certain circumstances, including in the interest of public health or morals.
- Freedom of assembly may only be restricted under certain circumstances, including in the interest of public safety/order.
- Freedom of assembly may only be restricted under certain circumstances, including in the interest of national security.