In this class, we will cover the basic problems of freedom of expression.

We will specifically cover:

• What is the scope of the freedom of expression, i.e. what constitutes an expression and what constitutes and interference with the freedom of expression
• The three assessment criteria (lawfulness, legitimate aim, necessity in a democratic society)
• The connection to freedom of assembly
• Conflicts with other rights and balancing.

Please take a look at a couple of case summaries:

https://globalfreedomofexpression.columbia.edu/cases/vajnai-v-hungary/

https://globalfreedomofexpression.columbia.edu/cases/otto-preminger-institut-v-austria/

and https://globalfreedomofexpression.columbia.edu/cases/mouvement-raelien-suisse-v-switzerland/

Recommended reading (it is a long text but you may look only at things which interest you):